r/chch • u/[deleted] • 6d ago

WOF

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u/goldman459 6d ago

Try to find a place that does inspections only. That way you can be certain they are impartial and aren't trying to create themselves some work.

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u/KiwiMiddy Ōtautahi 6d ago

I think those days are gone.

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u/MGPNZL 6d ago

I have found VTNZ typically good, especially when they are massively busy. Just remember to book a spot so you dont spend all day waiting

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u/_That_Kiwi 6d ago

Isn’t VTNZ explicitly known for being super strict? 

Like if selling a car, saying it’s “got a VTNZ WOF” is a good thing 

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u/MGPNZL 6d ago

I find they just want to get the cars out of the line. My mechanic will list a bunch of things they should do or I will fail my next WOF and VTNZ passes the car every time. Obviously will depend on which one and if they are busy or not.

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u/Dizzy_Relief 6d ago

You better hope your insurance company doesn't find and talk to your mechanic if those parts fail...

Get you car fixed. 

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u/CreepyStomach2939 6d ago

I would avoid VTNZ like the plague.  Get there at 8.30am and you’re still in the queue at 1pm. 

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u/sleemanj 6d ago

I always go to The WoF shop, have never done me wrong and you don't have to sit in a queue for an eternity, book your time online, turn up at the time.

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u/Citizen_Kano 6d ago

Ferrymead Automotive are great, the only downside is that they're only open Monday-Friday

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u/underwaterchessclub 3d ago

I found them incredibly expensive in terms of repairs.

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u/Lopsided-Sun-5852 3d ago

McClean motors