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Light Trailer and Caravan Pre-delivery Checklist Transport for NSW 2025

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The document is a pre-delivery checklist for light trailers and caravans issued by Transport for NSW. It outlines essential inspection items including the make and model, compliance plate, VIN requirements, trailer coupling and safety chains, lights, suspension and brakes, wheels and tyres, and number plate location. Each section specifies what to inspect or correct to ensure the vehicle meets safety standards before being delivered.

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Begin by filling out Item 1, where you will record the make, model, and tare mass of your trailer. Ensure accuracy as any discrepancies may require additional inspections.
Move to Item 2 to check for the compliance plate on your vehicle. This is crucial for confirming that your trailer meets safety standards.
In Item 3, verify the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) against your documentation. Ensure it is stamped in a prominent area for easy identification.
Proceed to Item 4, inspecting the trailer coupling, drawbar, and mountings. Make sure all components are secure and free from damage.
For Items 5 through 8, conduct thorough checks on lights, suspension, brakes, wheels, tyres, and number plate location. Document any issues directly in the form.

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Do I need a blue slip to register a trailer in NSW?

What you need. an original inspection report issued no more than 42 days prior, either: an Authorised Unregistered Vehicle Inspection Scheme report (blue slip), or. a Heavy Vehicle Authorised Inspection Scheme report (if the vehicle has an aggregate trailer mass of more than 2 tonnes).

What are the trailer requirements in NSW?

A load must not project more than 150mm beyond the trailers width or be more than 2.5m overall width, whichever is less. Loads that project more than 1.2m behind a trailer must have a red ﬂag attached to the end of the load. This ﬂag must be at least 300mm square and clearly visible.

What paperwork do I need for a trailer?

If youre transferring ownership, youll need the previous title. A completed application, a valid photo ID, and proof of insurance (if required) should also be included. Some states may also require a VIN inspection or receipts for any applicable taxes or fees.

How much is a blue slip for a trailer in NSW?

Safety and identity check (blue slip) Inspection typeTotal fee (inc. GST) Light vehicle $80 Motorcycle $49 Trailer without brakes $41 Trailer with brakes $58

Do trailers need a blue slip in NSW?

The NSW Government defines light vehicles as motor vehicles with a gross vehicle mass of 4.5 tonnes or less, and trailers and caravans with an aggregate trailer mass of 4.5 tonnes or less. So, youll typically need a Blue Slip if: Your vehicle registration has expired, and has been expired for more than three months.