22When vehicle is a statutory write-off

22 When vehicle is a statutory write-off (1) A vehicle is a statutory write-off if the vehicle is a total loss and— (a) for a motor vehicle (other than a motorbike)—meets the assessment criteria as a statutory write-off set out in the technical guide; or (b) for a motorbike or trailer— (i) the vehicle has impact damage (excluding scratching) to the suspension and at least 2 areas of structural frame damage; or (ii) the vehicle has been burnt to such an extent that it is fit only for wrecking or scrap; or (iii) the vehicle has been stripped of all, or a combination of most, interior and exterior body parts, panels and components (including, for example, for a motorbike, its engine, gearbox, wheels and guards); or (c) for a motorbike— (i) the vehicle has been fully immersed in salt water for any period; or (ii) the vehicle has been fully immersed in fresh water for more than 48 hours. technical guide means the Damage Assessment Criteria for the Classification of Statutory Write-Offs published by Austroads Ltd (ABN 16 245 787 323), as in force from time to time. (3) The Legislation Act, section 47 (6) does not apply to the technical guide. Note The technical guide does not need to be notified under the Legislation Act because s 47 (6) does not apply (see Legislation Act, s 47 (7)). The technical guide is accessible at www.austroads.com.au.