Towing unregistered new trailer

[Frankie23]

If one buys a brand new trailer from Makro or Game (or any other trailer place), may that trailer be towed on public roads before its registered?

According to what I can find, the trailer needs to be registered with your local traffic department within 21 days of purchase, but my question is - May it be used on public roads within that first 21 days?

My scenario is that I'm relocating to Cape Town, leaving in 3 days' time, and I need the trailer to transport a few things. I really don't want to go through the registration process in Gauteng now, and then have to re-register once I get to Cape Town - I'd rather do it there once I've arrived, if possible.

 

[Sinbad]

Yes. You get a paper plate like you do with a new car

 

[Frankie23]

Mmmm....

Wife collected at my nearest Game yesterday, didn't mention getting a paper plate. Will check, thanks!

 

[OCP]

Isle 7 - next to the baking goods.

 

[The_Traveller]

You do need, but the chances of you getting a fine is very slim.

 

[Tman*]

you cant use it legally without the paper or a normal plate

 

[Frankie23]

Thanks all.

Wife went past the traffic department this morning and had it registered and the plate made.

Will re-register when we're in Cape Town.