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Helderberg motorists can take advantage of free vehicle safety inspections at the local AVTS testing centre. This is part of the Western Cape Government’s road safety initiative this October marking Mobility Month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The inspections are available at AVTS Strand from Tuesday 14 to Thursday 16 October. These continue on Tuesday 21 to Thursday 23 October. They are available between 08:00 and 15:00, offering convenient access for local residents. This is particularly beneficial for scholar transport and public transport operators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Local motorists can access free vehicle safety inspections at various specified testing centres including AVTS Strand (3 Calvyn Street) from 14-16 October and 21-23 October between 08:00-15:00 as part of the Western Cape Government’s road safety initiative to check tyres, brakes, suspension, and wipers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Qualified examiners will assess key safety components including tyres, brake lights, suspension, and wipers. While not a full roadworthy test, these checks determine whether vehicles are safe to drive. Each motorist receives a printed report highlighting any issues needing attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locals can also access inspections at nearby centres for added convenience.
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Provincial testing centre<\/strong>:
\u2022 Gene Louw Traffic College \u2013 Brackenfell Boulevard, Brackenfell \u2013 021 983 1500<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Municipal testing centres<\/strong>
\u2022 Swartland Municipality \u2013 Church Street, Malmesbury \u2013 022 487 400
\u2022 Swartland Municipality \u2013 River Street, Moorreesburg \u2013 022 433 2246
\u2022 Saldanha Bay Municipality \u2013 Suffren Street, Langebaan (Only vehicles with a GVM not exceeding 3 500 kg) \u2013 022 707 5001
\u2022 Saldanha Bay Municipality \u2013 West Coast Testing Centre, 16 Velddrif Road, Velddrif (Only vehicles with a GVM exceeding 3500kg) \u2013 022 713 2573
\u2022 Mossel Bay Municipality \u2013 101 Marsh Street, Mossel Bay \u2013 044 606 5000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Private testing centres (AVTS)<\/strong>
\u2022 AVTS Airport \u2013 Boston Circle, Airport Industria \u2013 021 934 4900
\u2022 AVTS Bellville \u2013 C\/O Duminy & Voortrekker Roads, Bellville \u2013 021 949 6944
\u2022 AVTS Cape Town CBD \u2013 86 Sir Lowry Road, Cape Town \u2013 021 419 4677
\u2022 AVTS Kenilworth \u2013 422 Imam Haron Road, Lansdowne \u2013 021 696 7096
\u2022 AVTS Table View \u2013 139 Blouberg Road, Blouberg \u2013 021 556 6309
\u2022 AVTS Wingfield \u2013 Olympic Park, Voortrekker Road, Goodwood \u2013 021 592 4522<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative targets the prevention of mechanical failures that cause highway breakdowns and accidents. Driver licences won’t be checked for fines or warrants \u2013 the focus is purely on vehicle safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku emphasises the value for local communities: “These checks give motorists peace of mind before setting off on their journeys. By working together, we can prevent crashes caused by avoidable mechanical failures. This will make our roads safer for everyone.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For local residents: Book your free safety check at AVTS Strand, 3 Calvyn Street, by calling 021 853 0880.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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