Taxi and rideshare inspections
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You need to pass a vehicle safety inspection to drive a taxi, Uber or DiDi in South Australia.* The SA Government has authorised us to inspect taxi and rideshare vehicles. These inspections take place at our workshop in Mile End.
Taxi and rideshare inspections usually take less than one hour.
$115 for RAA members
$129 for non-members
Taxi and rideshare inspection inclusions |
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Body condition |
Brakes |
Engine and driveline |
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Fuel systems |
Lighting |
Seats and seatbelts |
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Steering and suspension |
Taxi meter (if applicable) |
Any towing equipment |
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Vehicle ID |
Wheels and tyres |
Camera test certificate (taxis) |
Tips to pass an inspection
- Are the lights working?
Your brake lights, headlights and indicators must be working.
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Is your insurance up to date?
Your car must be CTP insured in South Australia and you need to at least have third party insurance to drive for Uber or DiDi. Your name must be listed on these insurance policies.
Compulsory Third Party (CTP) covers your costs for the injuries of any other person hurt in an accident that involves your car. We don't offer CTP. It's compulsory to choose a CTP insurer when you pay your car registration and is entirely separate to Third Party insurance.
Third Party insurance covers damage caused by your car to someone else's car or property. RAA does offer Third Party insurance. You may want to have RAA Car Insurance in addition to CTP.
Other taxi and rideshare inspections
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Recheck inspection
If your car doesn’t pass an inspection, you will need to get the problem fixed. You can then book a recheck inspection.
A recheck inspection must happen at the same place as your first inspection.
$55 for RAA members
$59 for non-members
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Defect (red label) inspection
If you've been given a ‘direction to present’, you may not be able to take passengers until the defect is removed.
Defects can include an issue with the car’s body, signage, camera, taxi meter and cleanliness.
Once the issue is fixed, you can book a ‘Red label direction to present’ inspection with us to get the defect removed.$55 for RAA members
$59 for non-members
How it works
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Ensure that your car is eligible
If you're planning to drive for a rideshare company like Uber or DiDi, your vehicle must meet minimum requirements. These can be found on their websites.
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Book your inspection online
Select your inspection type, choose your time and pay online. It's easy and takes less than five minutes.
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Arrive at the RAA workshop
You can park your car in our front carpark at 101 Richmond Road, Mile End. Once you arrive, head into the RAA Shop to check in.
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Get back on the road
If your car meets all the requirements of a taxi or rideshare inspection, you'll be back on the road in an hour. We will upload your completed inspection directly to the SA Government portal.
Frequently asked questions
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How long does a taxi or rideshare inspection take?
Taxi and rideshare inspections take up to an hour to complete. Arriving on time or slightly early can help make sure that you are back on the road as soon as possible.
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What qualifications do RAA inspectors have?
All inspectors have at least 5 years of experience and hold a full Australian trade qualification.
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Does RAA offer inspections on electric and hybrid vehicles?
In many cases, yes. Please call us on 8202 4688. We will find an inspection that suits your needs.
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Plus, we love to reward our loyal members with savings on select policies and products.
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Things you should know
*Some new vehicles may be exempt from the first inspection. Contact the SA Government's accreditation and licensing centre to confirm your eligibility.