Factsheet: Keeping your car legal and roadworthy

If you buy a second hand car that’s still registered in NSW (or the rego expired less than 3 months ago), you need to transfer the registration into your name. You need to do this within 14 days or you'll have to pay more for your registration.   

If you buy a second hand car that’s not registered in NSW, you need to re-register the vehicle.

If you buy a new car, you need to get a new registration set up through the dealer.

To have a car registered, you must have compulsory third party (CTP) insurance. This is also known as a Green Slip. You may also need a Safety Inspection Report, also known as a Pink Slip, if your car is more than 5 years old.