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Free vehicle handover and condition report (PDF-ready). Record damage, tyres, fuel, accessories, odometer and signatures at allocation and return.

Updated 5 July 2026

Vehicle Handover and Condition Report

Condition record at vehicle allocation and return

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EXTERIOR AND BODY

1Body panels - dents, scratches and chips marked on diagram
2Windscreen and windows - cracks or chips
3Lights, indicators and reversing camera
4Tyres - tread and pressure (front left, front right, rear left, rear right)
5Spare tyre present and serviceable
6Mirrors and wipers

INTERIOR AND CONTROLS

7Seats, trim and floor condition
8Dashboard warning lights and service-due indicator
9Air conditioning and controls operating
10Odometer reading recorded
11Cleanliness and any interior damage

ACCESSORIES AND DOCUMENTS

12Keys and spare key issued and returned
13Fuel card / charge card issued and returned
14Charger cable (for EV) issued and returned
15Tools, jack and wheel brace present
16First aid kit and safety equipment present
17Registration papers, insurance card and operator manual

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18Fuel or charge level at handover and at return
19Issuer name, signature and date (handover and return)
20Driver name, signature and date (handover and return)

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  • The MapTrack vehicle handover and condition report contains 20 checks across 4 sections. Sections covered: EXTERIOR AND BODY, INTERIOR AND CONTROLS, ACCESSORIES AND DOCUMENTS, SIGN-OFF.

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What is a vehicle handover and condition report?

A vehicle handover and condition report is a two-point record that captures the exact state of a fleet or pool vehicle when it is allocated to a driver and again when it is returned. It uses a body diagram to mark existing dents, scratches and damage, and records tyre condition, fuel or charge level, odometer reading, accessories and documents handed over, and the signatures of both the person issuing the vehicle and the driver receiving it. The same form is completed on return, so any new damage is obvious against the baseline.

This report matters because a shared vehicle passes through many hands, and without a dated baseline it is impossible to say when damage happened or who was responsible. For a business running a fleet it protects both the driver and the organisation: the driver is not blamed for pre-existing damage, and the organisation has a clear record for insurance, novated-lease returns, and end-of-hire settlements. Under the model WHS laws a work vehicle is a workplace, and a handover that flags a bald tyre, a cracked screen or a warning light before the keys change hands keeps an unsafe vehicle off the road.

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Benefits of using this vehicle handover and condition report

  • Clear damage baseline: a marked-up body diagram at handover settles who is responsible for any new dent or scratch found on return.
  • Driver protection: recording pre-existing damage means a driver is not charged for a scratch that was already there when they took the keys.
  • Safety gate at changeover: checking tyres, lights and warning indicators before handover keeps an unsafe vehicle off the road.
  • Faster hire and lease settlements: a dated condition record with photos supports fair end-of-hire and novated-lease return assessments.
  • Accountability for accessories: logging keys, fuel cards, chargers, spare tyre and documents stops items going missing between drivers.
  • Odometer and fuel evidence: capturing the reading and fuel level at both ends supports usage records, fuel reconciliation and cost recovery.

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  • Capture fuel receipts and trip logs alongside vehicle inspection data.
  • Compare vehicle downtime and repair costs to inform replacement decisions.

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What to include in a vehicle handover and condition report

This vehicle handover and condition report covers 11 key areas:

  • Vehicle registration, make, model and fleet or pool number
  • Driver name, licence number and contact details
  • Date and time of handover, and expected return date
  • Odometer reading at handover and at return
  • Fuel or charge level at handover and at return
  • Body condition diagram with existing damage marked and dated
  • Tyre condition and tread, including the spare
  • Accessories and items issued: keys, fuel card, charger, tools, spare tyre, first aid kit
  • Documents handed over: registration papers, insurance card, operator manual
  • Warning lights, service due status and any known faults
  • Signatures of the issuer and the driver at both handover and return

How to use this vehicle handover and condition report

  1. Inspect and mark the body at handover: Walk around the vehicle in good light and mark every existing dent, scratch and chip on the body diagram. Photograph anything notable. This baseline is what any new damage found on return is judged against, so be thorough rather than optimistic.
  2. Record tyres, fuel and odometer: Check tread and pressure on all tyres including the spare, note the fuel or charge level, and record the odometer reading. These figures anchor safety, cost recovery and usage tracking, and a low tread or a warning light here should stop the handover.
  3. Issue and log accessories and documents: Hand over keys, fuel card, charger, tools, spare tyre and the registration and insurance documents, ticking each on the form. Recording exactly what went out with the vehicle stops disputes about missing items when the vehicle comes back.
  4. Both parties sign the handover: The person issuing the vehicle and the driver both sign and date the handover section. A signature against the marked-up diagram means the driver has agreed the recorded condition, which is what makes the report useful if there is a later dispute.
  5. Complete the return inspection: On return, repeat the walk-around, compare against the handover diagram, and mark any new damage. Record the closing odometer and fuel level, confirm all accessories are back, and have both parties sign the return section to close the record.

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How often should you complete this form?

Complete a handover report every time a vehicle is allocated to a driver and a return report every time it comes back, whether that is daily for a pool car or once for a long-term allocation. A vehicle that moves between drivers without a condition record loses its damage baseline the moment the keys change hands.

For long-term allocations, run a periodic condition check every three to six months so damage, tyre wear and service status do not go unrecorded for the life of the allocation. Keep every completed report against the vehicle in the fleet register so the full condition history travels with the asset.

Frequently asked questions

There is no rule that names a handover form, but under the model WHS laws a work vehicle is a workplace and the person conducting the business must ensure it is safe to use so far as is reasonably practicable. Checking tyres, lights, warning indicators and known faults at handover is a practical way to meet that duty, and the signed condition record is the evidence that the check happened. It also supports the duty to maintain plant and vehicles. Confirm the specific vehicle-safety obligations that apply to your operation with your state or territory WHS regulator (in Victoria, WorkSafe Victoria under the OHS Act 2004).

A handover and condition report captures the state of the vehicle at a moment of transfer between drivers, focused on damage, accessories and who is accountable. A fleet maintenance checklist is about servicing and mechanical upkeep over the life of the vehicle. They work together: the handover report often flags a fault or a service-due warning that then flows into the maintenance checklist and a work order. Use the handover report at changeover and the maintenance checklist on a service schedule.

Complete one at every handover and every return. For a pool vehicle that changes drivers daily, that means a report each time the keys move. For a vehicle allocated to one driver long term, complete it at allocation and return, plus a periodic check every three to six months. The principle is simple: whenever accountability for the vehicle changes hands, or enough time has passed that new damage could go unnoticed, capture the condition in writing with signatures.

Photos are not strictly required but they make the record far stronger. A body diagram shows roughly where damage is; a dated photo shows exactly what it looked like. For end-of-hire settlements, novated-lease returns and insurance claims, photos taken at handover and return remove most arguments about when and how damage occurred. Attach photos of any existing damage at handover and of any new damage found on return, and reference them on the form.

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Applicable regulatory standards

This template aligns with the following regulations and standards:

  • Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations, as enacted in each state and territory (in Victoria, the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic) and OHS Regulations 2017 (Vic)) - plant and vehicle maintenance duties
  • Australian Road Rules and state or territory registration and roadworthiness requirements
  • ISO 55001:2024 Asset management - Asset management system - Requirements (asset condition and lifecycle records)
  • Model Code of Practice: Managing the risks of plant in the workplace (Safe Work Australia)

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