47 learner transport vehicles taken off the road

25 Aug 2011

The Gauteng Traffic Police of the Department of Community Safety today discontinued a total of 47 learner transport vehicles in Krugersdorp, West Rand. The comes after a total of  56 learner transport vehicles were tested, 47 failed and only nine passed. The vehicles have several vehicle defects mainly brakes, steering mechanism, oil leaks and worn out shock absorbers. The discontinued vehicles will no longer be allowed to operate on Gauteng roads as they have been marked on the e-Natis system. They will only be allowed to resume operation when submitted for fitness test and all defects corrected.   

The project falls within the MEC Faith Nonhlanhla Mazibuko's special projects started since March 2011. Shocked at the findings, Busaphi Nxumalo, Gauteng Traffic Police Spokesperson recommitted the department and commented "these are vehicles responsible for fatal accidents due to non-functional brakes and steering mechanisms.  These defects are major and any vehicle found with such should not be allowed on Gauteng roads" said Busaphi Nxumalo.

More learner transport vehicles should expect stoppage any time as the project will continue across Gauteng.   

Enquiries:
A.B. Nxumalo
Tel: 011 689 3600
Cell: 083 413 0320 / 084 805 2549 

Issued by: Gauteng Community Safety
25 Aug 2011

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