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Hey everyone. i'm pretty new to the Skyline scene (previously, and still, from the rotary scene) and often keep my eye on these forums.

I recently purchased a C34 Laurel, personally imported into QLD. Upon changing the rego to SA and having an ID check, i was informed that the car didn't have a compliance plate, at all! This required me to have a full regency inspection. During the inspection the inspector noticed a Mod Plate (LO3) but had no idea what is was for, and after asking the other staff they didn't know either!

While they were doing that i whipped out the iPhone for a quick search and found this:

(from www.infrastructure.gov.au)

VEHICLE STANDARDS

MODIFICATION CODES

Vehicle Standards Compliance

LO3 - Personal Import Vehicle Compliance

After i told him this he said, "well you probably didn't even have to get this inspection done, but you're here now and i don't recognise that mod plate". Then he didn't pass my car because of things like; rubber exhaust mount starting to split, no 80Kp/h sticker on the space saver, exhaust note was 93db and a slightly leaking shock. I had just spent a shitload having the car spotlessly prepared.

Has anyone heard of the LO3 mod plate? Is it only recognised in QLD? This whole process has been annoying and i've gone to every length to make sure it wasn't going to be difficult.

Cheers

Been through this one before Dean - the requirements for registration are different from state to state, so an LO3 or engineers certificate from interstate isn't worth the paper it's written on in SA. EVERY personal import (and every 15 year import or pre-'89 import) goes over the pits at Regency, regardless of whether or not it has been previously registered interstate.

What's more, you'll need to go into TransportSA and ask at the counter on the left (Vehicle Safety Standards) for a statement of requirements (it'll be mailed to you, you can't get one over the counter) which details what work you'll need to do to get it registered in SA. Once that work is done, book it in for your inspection, and for obvious reasons make sure you've fixed the other stuff too :devil:

Thanks again Kristian.

I was mostly just being curious about the mod plate (which i thought was just from a previous bucket seat installation) at the same time as trying to form some sort of post count to gain access to the PM function!

I went through the process of getting the statement of requirements which required me to get a roadworthy inspection and ID check. ID check was fine, roadworthy was good except for those few things. The inspector was polite and even a little apologetic about it, he could see that the car was in very good condition and a few small things had already been replaced (some bushes, hoses, brake pads etc.). I could've gone back on the same day but didn't have time. He assured me that he will pass it straight away with the last few things rectified.

One thing that i can't find actually, is the 80kph sticker for the space saver. Do you know where i could get one? Otherwise i'll have to find someone to borrow an already stickered tyre, or buy some sticker paper and make one up!!

Thanks again Kristian.

I was mostly just being curious about the mod plate (which i thought was just from a previous bucket seat installation) at the same time as trying to form some sort of post count to gain access to the PM function!

I went through the process of getting the statement of requirements which required me to get a roadworthy inspection and ID check. ID check was fine, roadworthy was good except for those few things. The inspector was polite and even a little apologetic about it, he could see that the car was in very good condition and a few small things had already been replaced (some bushes, hoses, brake pads etc.). I could've gone back on the same day but didn't have time. He assured me that he will pass it straight away with the last few things rectified.

One thing that i can't find actually, is the 80kph sticker for the space saver. Do you know where i could get one? Otherwise i'll have to find someone to borrow an already stickered tyre, or buy some sticker paper and make one up!!

Any compliance workshop will have them, try Synergy.

One thing that i can't find actually, is the 80kph sticker for the space saver. Do you know where i could get one? Otherwise i'll have to find someone to borrow an already stickered tyre, or buy some sticker paper and make one up!!

you can borrow mine if you want mate. im pretty sure its got a sticker on it but will double check tomorrow.

ive also heard of people writing 80km/h with markers on em and what not to pass. seems dodgy but apparently works (dont take my word for it)

Edited by SkyHi_33
you can borrow mine if you want mate. im pretty sure its got a sticker on it but will double check tomorrow.

ive also heard of people writing 80km/h with markers on em and what not to pass. seems dodgy but apparently works (dont take my word for it)

that'd be great! although my Laurel has 4 stud wheels, is an R33 5 stud? they would probably notice if it was the wrong stud pattern.

i might just make up a design and get it printed onto a sticker. that way i'm set for life! will let you know if i need to borrow one though.

thanks

  • 3 months later...
Hey everyone. i'm pretty new to the Skyline scene (previously, and still, from the rotary scene) and often keep my eye on these forums.

I recently purchased a C34 Laurel, personally imported into QLD. Upon changing the rego to SA and having an ID check, i was informed that the car didn't have a compliance plate, at all! This required me to have a full regency inspection. During the inspection the inspector noticed a Mod Plate (LO3) but had no idea what is was for, and after asking the other staff they didn't know either!

While they were doing that i whipped out the iPhone for a quick search and found this:

(from www.infrastructure.gov.au)

VEHICLE STANDARDS

MODIFICATION CODES

Vehicle Standards Compliance

LO3 - Personal Import Vehicle Compliance

After i told him this he said, "well you probably didn't even have to get this inspection done, but you're here now and i don't recognise that mod plate". Then he didn't pass my car because of things like; rubber exhaust mount starting to split, no 80Kp/h sticker on the space saver, exhaust note was 93db and a slightly leaking shock. I had just spent a shitload having the car spotlessly prepared.

Has anyone heard of the LO3 mod plate? Is it only recognised in QLD? This whole process has been annoying and i've gone to every length to make sure it wasn't going to be difficult.

Cheers

Sorry to bring this post up again , but im going through the same thing , GTR from queensland into adelaide , i have a L0 1 modification plate which doesnt mean shit in S.A , i have a list which include child restraint anchorages , high mount stop light ,seat belts , mirrors concave and safety glass . what did you have on your requirements !

  • 3 weeks later...
Sorry to bring this post up again , but im going through the same thing , GTR from queensland into adelaide , i have a L0 1 modification plate which doesnt mean shit in S.A , i have a list which include child restraint anchorages , high mount stop light ,seat belts , mirrors concave and safety glass . what did you have on your requirements !

i'm not sure, but all of that (child restraints etc.)was done before i bought the car.

my car just had to pass an SA roadworthy test, like any other car on our roads. it was a good thing because it now keeps me out of trouble. was fairly simple in the end.

i received an exemption from compliance certificate and a sticker to put in the engine bay.

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