17Certain work not repair work

17 Certain work not repair work

17 Certain work not repair work

For the Act, section 6(2), the following work is not repair work—

(a) work carried out on a trailer or towable recreation vehicle, other than on the underbody of the trailer or vehicle,

(b) work carried out on a recreational motor vehicle with a living space, living facilities or both, other than work in the following classes of repair work—

(i) motor mechanic,

(ii) underbody work,

(c) the replacement or installation of an accessory that does not alter the performance, handling or safety of the motor vehicle, if the accessory was replaced or installed for one or more of the following purposes—

(i) cosmetic customisation of the vehicle,

(ii) to provide different entertainment options,

(iii) to inform the driver of vehicle functions or performance,

(iv) to assist the driver in navigation or communication,

(v) to equip the vehicle for occupational tasks,

(d) minor works or repairs that do not affect the mechanical operation of the motor vehicle, the structure of the vehicle or vehicle safety features such as impact sensors and airbags, including the following—

(i) the installation or replacement of a battery in a motor vehicle,

(ii) the removal or replacement of wheels, but not including—

(A) the replacement of tyres, or

(B) wheel alignment, or

(C) work requiring the disassembly of braking or suspension systems, or

(D) the removal or replacement of wheels or tyres on motorcycles,

(iii) the repair and restoration of headlights,

(iv) the repair of chips and minor scratches, including filling and repainting,

(v) the repair of dents, if the repairs use techniques that do not involve cracking or damaging the existing paintwork,