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.
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.
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.
Locals can also access inspections at nearby centres for added convenience.
Provincial testing centre:
• Gene Louw Traffic College – Brackenfell Boulevard, Brackenfell – 021 983 1500
Municipal testing centres
• Swartland Municipality – Church Street, Malmesbury – 022 487 400
• Swartland Municipality – River Street, Moorreesburg – 022 433 2246
• Saldanha Bay Municipality – Suffren Street, Langebaan (Only vehicles with a GVM not exceeding 3 500 kg) – 022 707 5001
• Saldanha Bay Municipality – West Coast Testing Centre, 16 Velddrif Road, Velddrif (Only vehicles with a GVM exceeding 3500kg) – 022 713 2573
• Mossel Bay Municipality – 101 Marsh Street, Mossel Bay – 044 606 5000
Private testing centres (AVTS)
• AVTS Airport – Boston Circle, Airport Industria – 021 934 4900
• AVTS Bellville – C/O Duminy & Voortrekker Roads, Bellville – 021 949 6944
• AVTS Cape Town CBD – 86 Sir Lowry Road, Cape Town – 021 419 4677
• AVTS Kenilworth – 422 Imam Haron Road, Lansdowne – 021 696 7096
• AVTS Table View – 139 Blouberg Road, Blouberg – 021 556 6309
• AVTS Wingfield – Olympic Park, Voortrekker Road, Goodwood – 021 592 4522
The initiative targets the prevention of mechanical failures that cause highway breakdowns and accidents. Driver licences won’t be checked for fines or warrants – the focus is purely on vehicle safety.
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.”
For local residents: Book your free safety check at AVTS Strand, 3 Calvyn Street, by calling 021 853 0880.
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