Yes, Australian Vehicle Standards demand that you drive with a passenger side mirror at all times. Show Having your passenger side mirror swiped or in some way damaged would have to be one of the most common risks of parking your car on the street. How many of us have made our way back to our car at some point, only to find that someone has done a dodgy and damaged the side mirror without leaving a note? Since it’s not an uncommon occurrence and it can be such a pain to get fixed, it can be tempting to get on the road without both of your side mirrors in working order. But side mirrors are essential elements in the safe design of vehicles; without them, you can't see what's happening on either side of your car, and so having rearview and side mirrors is a legal requirement for every vehicle, according to the Australian Vehicle Standards. According to the New South Wales Roads & Maritime Services demerits schedule, if you get on the road without a side mirror, you’re looking at a $112 fine for driving a vehicle that doesn’t comply with standards of roadworthiness. In Victoria, as per VicRoads fines and penalties information, driving without a side mirror would put you at risk of getting pulled over for a similarly generic road rule; you can’t use a vehicle that’s unsafe or has been modified or doesn’t comply with standards of registration. But the penalties in Vic seem to be much higher, as the fine for this is $396. According to the Queensland government’s demerit points schedule, you’re looking at a $130 fine and one demerit point if you drive, park or permit use of a vehicle that doesn’t comply with Australian vehicle standards. The Australian Capital Territory government’s extensive traffic infringement document goes into more detail about all the different parts of a vehicle that can be non-compliant when it’s used - and the penalties associated with driving non-compliant vehicles. For driving without a passenger side mirror, you’re looking at a $193 fine in the ACT. The Tasmanian Transport’s traffic offences list also specifies that using or permitting use of a car that doesn’t meet the standards for driver viewing requirements will set you back a $198.75 fine. We couldn’t find any specific legislation for South Australia, Western Australia or the Northern Territory but since Australian Vehicle Standards require all cars to have passenger side mirrors in order to give drivers a safe view of their surroundings, it’s safe to assume that driving without a side mirror could get you into trouble. You should always consult your specific insurance agreement for insurance advice, but as a general guide, driving without a side mirror could definitely impact your insurance coverage. Any indication that you’ve been driving a car that isn’t considered safe or roadworthy could void your insurance agreement - regardless of whether those faults had a bearing on any accident you were involved in. This article is not intended as legal advice. You should check with your local road authority to verify the information written here. Have you ever driven with your passenger side mirror missing? Let us know in the comments.No on the right, but yes on the left, if there is a centre mirror. Section 34, Subsection 3, of the Australian Light Vehicle Standards Rules 2015 34 Rear vision mirrors (1) At least 1 rear vision mirror must be fitted to: (a) a car; and (b) a motor trike with 2 front wheels; and (c) a motor bike, or motor trike with 1 front wheel, built before July 1975. (2) At least 1 rear vision mirror must be fitted to each side of: (a) a motor vehicle with a GVM over 3.5 tonnes; and (b) a motor bike, or motor trike with 1 front wheel, built after June 1975. (3) A motor vehicle with a GVM not over 3.5 tonnes (except a motor vehicle mentioned in subrule (1) or (2)) must be fitted with: (a) at least 1 rear vision mirror on the right side of the vehicle; and (b) at least 1 rear vision mirror on the left side of the vehicle or inside the vehicle. (4) A rear vision mirror fitted to a motor vehicle as required by this rule must be fitted so that the vehicle’s driver in a normal driving position can clearly see by reflection the road behind the vehicle and any following or overtaking vehicle.
O.P. Somebody completely knocked my side mirror off (drivers side) on my parked car. Probably not legal, but I did it once when someone broke my mirror. It's actually very difficult to drive, wouldn't recommend it. not legal, but you are getting it fixed quickly enough, so no issues Not legal, but standard operating conditions for bogans driving clapped out comodores/falcons/camrys/excels. Head checks and you'll be sweet..... Legal side.... get it fixed ASAP Can anyone else remember the late eighties laser that came without a passengers side wing mirror?.... krider writes... Can anyone else remember the late eighties laser that came without a passengers side wing mirror?.... Passenger side mirrors used to be rare lol Carhartt writes... Is it legal to drive it in NSW? Nope, I am 100% sure that it's defect. it's unsafe for you and for other commuters/drivers you're sharing road. You will get ticket You have pretty much done everything right that you need to. Call police assistance line and report the incident, they will give you a reference/event number for the incident, and if your pulled over within the next fortnight, you can give the officer the event number and inform him you have ordered/waiting to have the mirror fitted. In regards to the mirror, a wrecker like pick-a-part or similar can supply cheap enough. (I did see you have reported the event, my post above is for anyone else who also reads the post). Edit: Legalities... http://www.mynrma.com.au/blog/2015/05/11/reviewing-the-facts-about-side-mirrors/ Australian Design Rule 14/02 requires a driver’s side rear-view mirror Drive to your nearest wreckers. You know what to do. Mind a bump? Same question for Queensland? Some arsehole just decapitated the drivers door mirror on my sister's Cruze. MrShoaib writes... Nope, I am 100% sure that it's defect. it's unsafe for you and for other commuters/drivers you're sharing road. You will get ticket Do you live with this much fear all your life? The potential is there for a ticket but not guaranteed and it makes things unsafer but not unsafe, if the OP keeps proper head checks til things are rectified I'm sure everything will be ok. phlegm writes... and it makes things unsafer but not unsafe, With safety, there is no middle ground. ADR since 2006 is quite clear.....
RonPar writes... Mind a bump? Same question for Queensland? Some arsehole just decapitated the drivers door mirror on my sister's Cruze. Same happened – although passenger side in a carpark on a previous car. Software Tools writes... With safety, there is no middle ground. ADR since 2006 is quite clear.... I wasn't debating the legalities of it. I personally wouldn't drive it until it's fixed. It's a requirement to have one, and if you were to get into an accident it could well void your warranty (which may not be fun). bartonez123 writes... personally wouldn't drive it until it's fixed. It's a requirement to have one, and if you were to get into an accident it could well void your warranty (which may not be fun). Insurance, you mean. ammerty writes... Insurance, you mean. Yes, insurance. I don't know where I plucked warranty from lol. Thing is I gotta drive it. If only to obtain the replacement part lol. I found the mirror glass in the street. I might jury rig it until I can get the piece. Is it illegal to drive around without a side mirror?The answer is yes. Driving is illegal if your car does not have two working mirrors, ensuring that one of them is on the driver's side. After all, it is dangerous to drive without side mirrors and safety equipment.
Can you drive around with one mirror?There are a few states that require both side mirrors to be present and functional, but in most states, it is considered legal to drive with just one side mirror when it is complemented by a second one—like your rear view mirror. Some states require side mirrors if the rear window is obstructed.
Can I drive with a broken mirror?The law states that you need to have at least two fully intact mirrors that allow you to see objects behind you. One broken mirror may not be illegal, but cops could still pull you over. It is best to simply avoid run-ins with the police and replace a mirror promptly.
Is it illegal to drive without a side mirror in SC?(2) Only one outside mirror shall be required, which shall be on the driver's side, on trucks which are so constructed that the driver has a view to the rear by means of an interior mirror. (3) In driveway towaway operations, the driven vehicle shall have at least one mirror furnishing a clear view to the rear.
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