Understanding Australian PPSR Write-Off Categories
What statutory vs repairable write-offs mean, and why they matter for vehicles imported from Australia.
When importing from Australia, understanding PPSR write-off categories is critical.
Statutory Write-Off
A statutory write-off means the vehicle has been so severely damaged that it can never be registered again in Australia. The vehicle is only good for parts. Categories include: fire damage beyond repair, flood damage to critical systems, and structural deformation.
Repairable Write-Off
A repairable write-off means the vehicle was uneconomical to repair relative to its value, but CAN be repaired and re-registered. This is common with hail damage, minor collision damage, or theft recovery.
What This Means for Kenyan Importers
A repairable write-off from Australia CAN be a good deal if properly repaired. A statutory write-off should NEVER be imported — it indicates catastrophic damage.