An eSafety check, commonly referred to as a pink slip, is a mechanical inspection carried out by an Authorised Inspection Scheme station. New South Wales prides itself on having a fleet of safe and modern vehicles on our roads and to that end, each vehicle must be fully inspected prior to renewing vehicle registration.

During an inspection we will check over your vehicle, bumper to bumper, to ensure that it meets all the requirements for being a roadworthy vehicle in New South Wales. Some of the main points we look at are:

All exterior lights function as expected
Tyre wear and condition
Worn or damaged suspension components, wheel bearings
Inspect body for accident damage, corrosion and overall general condition
Inspect engine bay and driveline for damage and evidence of leaking fluids
Safety features such as seatbelts, airbags, wiper blades and horn
Brake system efficiency, park brake and ABS operation

Any time. However, a successful inspection certificate is only valid for 6 months, so if you re-register your vehicle after the 6 month window has expired, you will need to get another inspection performed

If an issue is found with your car that cannot be immediately repaired, we will provide you with a list of items to be attended to. This is referred to as a ‘Repairs Needed’ report. This gives you a 14-day window in which to rectify any issues.

If you resubmit the vehicle for inspection within the 14 days, you avoid having to pay for a second inspection. Outside of that time, you will need to pay a fee to have the vehicle reassessed.

Gone are the days of getting the small carbon copy slip, which is how the nickname ‘pink slip’ came to be. These days a successful eSafety check result is filed electronically, straight to the Roads and Maritime Service, ready for you to renew your vehicle registration.

A successful eSafety inspection result is valid for 6 months. Outside of that period, you must complete another vehicle inspection.

Top tips to prepare for an eSafety inspection Booking into the workshop without doing at least some preparation work can set you up to fail, as we discussed before. If you fail an inspection you have a window in which to rectify any issues found and return to the same workshop for a free second inspection. But if you can spend a few minutes in your driveway to avoid a second trip to the workshop why wouldn’t you?

Tyres
Tyres are easily checked at home, especially if you have a 4x4 or SUV. Larger cars make it easier to see the tyre tread. We look to ensure tread depth is above the legal requirement of 1.5mm. We also look for signs of uneven wear that may point towards a poor wheel alignment as well as the possibility of damaged or worn suspension components.

Wiper
blades Wiper blades are an easy item to inspect, yet we see a lot of vehicles come in with worn out, cracked or plain ineffective wiper blades that need replacement. The good news is that if you’re unfamiliar with how to find the right replacements, most auto parts stores will happily assist.

Blown
bulbs For a vehicle to pass an eSafety check, all lights must be operating correctly. Fortunately, a blown bulb is usually a quick fix that doesn’t delay a successful assessment. As more and more vehicles have LED style lights this will become less common, however, a quick check in your driveway is all it takes to find if you have a bulb that isn’t working properly. Bulb changes on most vehicles are easy to do with minimal tools required.

A blue slip, officially known as an Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Scheme (AUVIS) report, is a comprehensive safety and identity inspection required for unregistered vehicles in NSW.
This inspection ensures all vehicles being registered comply with road safety standards and meet NSW design and identity requirements.

A blue slip inspection is necessary in several situations, including:
- Registering a vehicle that has been unregistered for more than three months.
- Bringing a vehicle into NSW from another state, territory, or overseas.
- Re-registering a written-off vehicle that has been approved for use on the road.
- Clearing defect notices or adjustments to vehicle registration records (e.g., engine changes).
- Registering a vehicle with no number plates.

While both blue and pink slips are inspection reports, they serve different purposes:

Pink Slip (e-Safety Check): Required annually for vehicles older than five years to renew registration, verifying roadworthiness.
Blue Slip: Required for unregistered vehicles to ensure they meet broader safety, design, and identity standards.

The Blue Slip Inspection Process

Getting a blue slip is straightforward when you know what to expect.

Ensure your vehicle is in good condition: Address any obvious issues, such as faulty lights or worn tyres, before the inspection.

Undergo the Inspection: Our licensed inspectors will assess your vehicle for:
- Safety features (brakes, lights, suspension, etc.)
- Structural integrity
- Compliance with design standards
- Vehicle identity and documentation

Receive the Report: If your vehicle passes, the blue slip report is electronically sent to Transport for NSW and remains valid for 42 days.

Complete Registration: Take your blue slip report and required documents to a Service NSW Centre to finalise registration.

If you fail a Blue Slip inspection in NSW, you will need to get the identified mechanical issues repaired before you can re-attempt the inspection.
You cannot register your vehicle without a valid Blue Slip, meaning you cannot legally drive it on the road until the repairs are completed and a passing inspection is obtained.

Key points about failing a Blue Slip:

- Repair requirements: A mechanic will provide a list of necessary repairs that need to be completed before re-inspection.

- Timeframe: You typically have 14 days to complete the repairs and re-inspect the vehicle.

- Re-inspection fee: If you get the repairs done within the 14-day period, you usually won't need to pay an additional inspection fee.

- Blue Slip validity: The Blue Slip report is valid for 42 days, so you need to register your vehicle within that timeframe after passing the inspection.

At the Blue Slip inspection, your examiner will inspect your vehicle to check it's safe and meets design and identity standards in NSW.
The inspection might involve checking:
- Tyres
- Lights
- Fluids
- Suspension
- Seatbelts
- Brakes

In NSW, after passing a Blue Slip inspection, you can proceed to register your vehicle at a Service NSW Centre.
The Blue Slip report is electronically sent to Transport for NSW, and you must bring the original hard copy of the report with you to complete the registration process.

Key points about a Blue Slip:

- Purpose: A Blue Slip verifies that a vehicle meets safety standards and is roadworthy before registering it, especially if it's been unregistered for a long time or transferred from another state.

- What happens after passing: Once your vehicle passes the inspection, the results are electronically sent to Transport for NSW.

Registration process:
Take your original Blue Slip report and other required documents to a Service NSW Centre to register your vehicle.

Validity period:
A Blue Slip is valid for 42 days from the inspection date.

Yes. All InOutMechanical vans are equipped with all the tools required to carry out puncture repairs in a manner required by the relevant state or territory requirements.

In most cases the tyre can be repaired providing we can repair the tyre in line with Australian Safety standards. We are bound by the relevant state or territory regulations.

A puncture can only be repaired where the following criteria is met:

The puncture has occurred in the repairable zone highlighted in green (see below)
The puncture has a diameter of less than 6mm.
There is no evidence of internal or sidewall deterioration including splits, cuts or blistering.
There is no other puncture within the immediate area of the tyre.
The entry angle of the object allows for safe and proper seating of the patch.
The tyre is in an otherwise roadworthy condition.

We need to be able to get access to both sides of the car, and be able to park our van near to where the vehicle is parked. Driveways or car parks are ideal, providing there is sufficient space around the vehicle.

Yes, All our vans are equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipment to carry out any mechanical job similar to the equipment you would expect to see in a traditional mechanical workshop with the exception that we come to you.

Yes - We are equipped and ready to perform most car repairs or service on site.

Our mechanics can do car repairs usually same or next day – from a no start, brakes or radiator through to an engine overhaul. Over 90% of repairs are done on site at a time and place convenient for you. Save money on towing costs for breakdowns with InOutMechanical – let the repair come to you. Dont change your day to suit a car workshop!!

Fully Qualified Mechanics

12 month/20,000km Warranty

Quality Parts and Oils used

Itemised Quotes before work begins

Of course, we have fully equipped mobile workshops and only employ fully qualified and highly trained mechanics. Over 95% of all our work is performed on site at your convenience.

Our mobile mechanics can do car repairs usually same or next day – from a no start, brakes or radiator through to an engine overhaul. Over 90% of repairs are done on site at a time and place convenient for you. Save money on towing costs for breakdowns with InOutMechanical – let the repair come to you. Dont change your day to suit a car workshop !

Fully Qualified Technicians

12 month/20,000km Warranty

Quality Parts and Oils used

Itemised Quotes before work begins

All our services and repairs are fully guaranteed work - not just a patch up to get you going.

Our Warranty - More Than Just Talk We believe in the expertise, professionalism and attention to detail that our mechanics exhibit. That's why we back all work done with a 12 month/20,000km warranty. If there ever is a problem with a repair or service:

A Mechanic is sent out as soon as possible… no questions asked. Our friendly customer service staff will follow up to ensure that your car is running as it should. You are never made to feel defensive; our mechanics have a solution-focused attitude to any warranty call.

Our warranty covers:

All parts and fluids supplied, installed or serviced by InOutMechanical Team of mechanics. All labour performed by InOutNechanical Fully Qualified Mechanics. Your vehicle for a period of 12 months or 20,000km, whichever comes first. Warranty service can be carried out no matter where you are - our work is guaranteed. And, we must be given first chance of repair.

Before InOutMechanical commences any work, the mechanic will show you an itemised quote of work required and associated costs - you are always in control of the cost and will not get a nasty surprise.

Yes. Payment needs to be made at the completion of the job unless parts need to be ordered to complete repairs therefore we will require a deposit on the day of visit. We accept EFTPOS, all major Credit Cards incl American Express and Cash.

Yes we only employ fully qualified Mechanics that have been in the trade for 10 years or more.

Our Mechanics are Employees, not contractors. They operate company vans to meet and provide the high customer standards of InOutMechanical.

We usually organise one of our mechanics within the Hour otherwise same or next business day bookings. You can email or call 0457 358 054 to arrange an arrival time. The earlier you call or email the better.

Yes. InOutMechanical comes to you for car service or repair 7 days a week - Monday to Sunday.

This depends upon what you need. We always strive to give you a fixed price up front and let you be in control of costs. If you are unsure what is wrong, and need a mechanic to just come out and fix the car, we have a Repair Call Out of $99.00 which includes 15 minutes of labour. After this, we then charge a reasonable hourly rate in 15 Minute increments.