You are the proud owner of a new car in Samoa, and you have many questions about the technical inspection of your car … Here is what you should know about the technical inspection of a new car!
Pass the first technical inspection after the purchase of a new car
According to the Samoa law, “passenger cars and vans shall be subject to technical control within six months of the expiry of a period of four years from the date of their first entry into service and subsequently to this control, a periodic technical inspection, renewed every two years”.
In other words, your new car must undergo a first technical check in the 6 months preceding its 4 years. Generally, motorists carry out this technical check in the last month preceding the fourth anniversary of the automobile.
Where to pass vehicle technical inspection in Samoa?
Your technical inspection must be carried out at a state-approved control center. It is not a garage (except derogation). The technical control center is very independent of the concessions or garage. We invite you to use a price comparison tool to find a technical control center at the best price near you.
How much does the technical control of a new car cost?
Whether your car is new or not, the price of technical control is the same! This price may vary according to the type of vehicle (car, 4 × 4 or utility), but never according to its age. If you do not carry out the technical inspection of your new car, you are liable to a fourth-class fine of up to $ 135 (which may be reduced to $ 90).
Besides the fine, the police can immobilize your vehicle until you have an up-to-date technical check for your vehicle. Finally, keep in mind that the technical control is primarily an examination, which aims to identify if you are driving safely: the main risk is thus the endangerment of the passengers of the vehicle.
