When you drive an 'unroadworthy vehicle' on a 'public road', you're breaking the law - RTA
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The Road Safety (Traffic) Regulations, 1988, states a person must not drive a vehicle that is not in a safe condition; this is why you've been given a canary. If your car is unsafe, then you are not only endangering your own life, but that of your passengers and other road users.
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This is probably pertinent as well...
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Keep in mind the implications if you do drive your vehicle after this time. For a start, disregarding a notice of unroadworthiness is worth three demerit points against your licence, and you could also be fined up to $1000.
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http://www.vacc.com.au/ConsumerInfo/...1/Default.aspx
That's Victoria, RTA road users handbook has similar...