Pickles WOVI Guide
A practical guide for Queensland buyers purchasing repairable write-offs through Pickles - covering what to check before bidding, fees to expect, and how to pass a WOVI and re-register.
Buying a repairable write-off through Pickles can be a great way to save - but the vehicle still has to pass a Written-Off Vehicle Inspection (WOVI) before it can be re-registered in Queensland. Pickles is one of Australia's largest salvage and auction groups, with major Queensland yards and a heavy weekly volume of insurance write-offs.
Buying a repairable write-off from Pickles
Most Pickles salvage stock is sold to the public online via SalvageBid, though some categories remain trade-only. Damage photos are detailed but never a substitute for a physical inspection.
Always confirm the WOVR category first
Before you bid through Pickles, verify on the PPSR that the vehicle is recorded as a repairable write-off. A statutory write-off can never be re-registered, no matter how good the deal looks.
Fees and total cost at Pickles
Budget for a buyer's premium, online transaction fees and storage if you don't collect promptly - these can add a significant amount on top of the hammer price.
From the Pickles auction to re-registration
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Research before you bid
Check the WOVR category, damage description and PPSR for every Pickles lot you're interested in.
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Win and collect
Pay the hammer price plus Pickles fees and arrange transport - write-offs can't be driven until re-registered.
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Repair and document
Complete repairs to standard and keep receipts and photos of all parts and structural work.
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Pass your WOVI
Book and pass a Written-Off Vehicle Inspection at your nearest Queensland station.
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Re-register
Take your WOVI approval to Queensland Transport to put the vehicle back on the road.
Make sure your paperwork is complete before inspection day - download our free WOVI checklist below.
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