258 Issue of certificates of roadworthiness (1) A certificate of roadworthiness may only be issued by— (a) a licensed tester; or (b) an examining mechanic. (2) A certificate of roadworthiness has no effect if— (a) it is not in the approved form; or (b) the certificate is incomplete; or (c) it is not completed by a licensed tester or an examining mechanic; or (d) any item in the certificate of roadworthiness has been altered. (3) A licensed tester or examining mechanic must not issue a certificate of roadworthiness for a vehicle unless— (a) the vehicle has been examined by the licensed tester or examining mechanic on that day and as required by this Part; and (b) the information specified in regulation 259 is recorded in the certificate of roadworthiness; and (c) the licensed tester or examining mechanic is satisfied that the vehicle is roadworthy.

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