News and notices
News and notices for motor vehicle traders.
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Recent MVDT decisions – March 2026
In this article we highlight 2 recent Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal (MVDT) decisions show how the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (CGA) is applied to disputes about vehicle quality, durability, and remedies.
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MBIE’s proactive approach to compliance
The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is using a proactive, education‑led approach to identify potential unregistered motor vehicle traders and support compliance with the Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003.
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MVDT annual report: key lessons for traders
In this article we look at key lessons for traders from a selection of decisions highlighted in the Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal’s latest annual report.
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Understanding your obligations as a trader
Being a registered motor vehicle trader means more than selling vehicles. You must also understand and meet your legal obligations. Keeping up to date with the law that applies to your business helps you avoid non-compliance, complaints, and enforcement a
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MBIE cracks down on rogue traders to protect car buyers
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is taking proactive action to protect consumers and maintain confidence in the motor vehicle sales industry.
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Warrant of Fitness Consultation
New Zealand Transport Authority (NZTA) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to Warrants of Fitness (WoFs) and Certificates of Fitness A (CoF A) for light vehicles.
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Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal decisions – October
Recent Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal (MVDT) decisions highlight the importance of meeting obligations under the Consumer Guarantees Act.
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Updated vehicle safety ratings on Rightcar
The Rightcar website now has the 2025 used vehicle safety ratings to guide buyers in choosing cars that lower crash risk and protect against serious injury or death.
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Legislative update: Motor Vehicle Sales Act (MVSA) changes
Recent changes to the Motor Vehicle Sales Act (MVSA) now require motor vehicle traders to provide their New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) customer number when applying for or renewing a Motor Vehicle Trader (MVT) registration.
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Non-compliance with the Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal (MVDT)
We monitor traders who do not follow Tribunal orders, and we act under the Motor Vehicle Sales Act to keep the industry accountable.