Ensure Your Truck, Bakkie, or Fleet Meets Legal Safety Standards
Certificate of Fitness (COF) Preparation
At ProTruck & Bakkie Repairs, we specialize in preparing vehicles for their Certificate of Fitness (COF) inspections, ensuring that your truck, bakkie, trailer, or entire fleet is fully compliant with South African road safety regulations. Avoid failed inspections, costly fines, or downtime by trusting our experienced technicians to carry out thorough pre-inspection checks.
Schedule Your COF Inspection Today
Ensure your truck, bakkie, or fleet is fully compliant and road-ready. Our experienced technicians provide thorough COF inspections, safety checks, and pre-inspection preparations to keep your vehicles on the road.
Working Hours
- Week Days: 07:30 – 16:00
- Saturday: 07:00 – 14:00
- Sunday: CLOSED
Why COF Preparation is Important
Maintaining a valid Certificate of Fitness (COF) is a legal requirement for all commercial vehicles operating on South African roads. A COF inspection covers brakes, steering, suspension, tires, lights, emissions, and more.
- Fines and penalties
- Vehicle immobilization or impoundment
- Increased risk of accidents
- Insurance complications
Our COF preparation services help you pass inspections the first time, saving both time and money.
Our COF Preparation Services
- ✅ Full Safety Inspection: Brakes, suspension, steering, tires, lights, and other critical components.
- ✅ Brake & Suspension Servicing: Replace worn pads, shoes, bushings, shocks, and springs.
- ✅ Lighting & Electrical Checks: Ensure headlights, indicators, brake lights, and hazard signals meet legal requirements.
- ✅ Fluid & Emissions Control: Coolant, oil, and exhaust systems checked for compliance.
- ✅ Wheel Alignment & Bearings: Proper alignment, hub and bearing checks, vehicle stability verified.
- ✅ Comprehensive Pre-Inspection Report: Identify issues in advance to avoid failed inspections.
Fleet COF Programs
For businesses managing multiple vehicles, we offer tailored COF programs that keep your fleet compliant, safe, and operational.
With our Fleet COF Programs, your commercial vehicles remain compliant, safe, and on the road — minimizing downtime and avoiding penalties.
Why Choose ProTruck & Bakkie Repairs?
Trusted COF preparation, truck, bakkie, and trailer services across Gauteng, Pretoria, and Centurion.
Experienced Technicians
Skilled professionals familiar with COF standards and truck maintenance requirements throughout Gauteng.
Fully Equipped Workshop
Our workshop is prepared for trucks, bakkies, and trailers, ensuring any service or repair is handled professionally.
Transparent Reporting
Receive detailed inspection notes and clear communication on all findings and recommended repairs.
Quick Turnaround & Reliability
Fast, dependable service to get your vehicles ready for COF inspections or back on the road quickly.
24/7 Breakdown Support
Round-the-clock assistance if repairs are needed, ensuring your fleet stays compliant and operational.
Fleet Compliance Assurance
We ensure all vehicles meet COF regulations and fleet compliance standards, reducing downtime and avoiding penalties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about COF preparation, inspections, and fleet compliance.
Why is COF preparation important?
Maintaining a valid COF is legally required for all commercial vehicles. Our preparation ensures your truck, bakkie, or trailer meets inspection standards and passes the first time.
Which vehicles do you prepare for COF inspections?
We provide COF preparation for trucks, bakkies, trailers, and commercial fleets of all sizes.
What does COF preparation include?
Our service covers brakes, suspension, steering, tires, lights, fluids, emissions, wheel alignment, bearings, and provides a full pre-inspection report.
Do you offer fleet COF programs?
Yes. We provide scheduled COF readiness checks, detailed reports, maintenance recommendations, and priority scheduling for multiple vehicles.
How long does COF preparation take?
Timing depends on the vehicle’s condition. Minor inspections can be completed quickly, while repairs or replacements may take longer. We provide estimated timelines before starting.
Where do you provide COF preparation services?
We serve Gauteng, Pretoria, Centurion, Johannesburg, East Rand, West Rand, and surrounding areas from our Alrode workshop.
Do you guarantee COF readiness after preparation?
Yes. We ensure all repairs and checks are completed to meet COF standards, increasing your chances of passing the inspection the first time.