Taxis must be inspected when the vehicle is 1 model year old (12 months from the date of manufacture) and each year thereafter.
The inspection is valid for a 12 month period and a valid inspection sticker must be displayed upon the vehicle.
A copy of the inspection must be filed at MRD and a copy must be kept in the vehicle.
An inspection is not required for transfer of ownership following a sale as long as an inspection has been completed within the previous 12 months. To view the current inspection criteria: Cars Light Trucks and Vans
Ambulance
Ambulances are required to be inspected at least once every 6 months, at intervals of not less than 150 days apart commencing 6 months from the date of manufacture.
A valid inspection sticker must be displayed upon the vehicle to prove compliance.
A copy of the inspection must be filed at MRD. Failure to file inspection may result in the cancellation/suspension of the vehicle registration.
An ambulance with a GVWR of 4500kg or less must be inspected in accordance with the requirements for Cars Light Trucks and Vans
An ambulance with a GVWR greater than 4500kg must be inspected in accordance with the requirements for Trucks with a GVWR > 4500kg
Commercial Vehicle (GVWR over 4500kg)
Commercial vehicles are required to be inspected when the vehicle is 1 model year old (12 months from the date of manufacture) and each year thereafter.
The inspection is valid for a 12 month period and a valid inspection sticker must be displayed upon the vehicle to prove compliance.
A copy of the inspection DOES NOT have to be filed at MRD, but must be kept in the vehicle and an inspection IS NOT required for transfer of ownership following a sale.
Commercial trailers (including fifth wheels) are required to be inspected when the vehicle is 1 model year old (12 months from the date of manufacture) and each year thereafter.
The inspection is valid for a 12 month period and a valid inspection sticker must be displayed upon the vehicle to prove compliance.
A copy of the inspection DOES NOT have to be filed at MRD, but must be kept in the vehicle and an inspection IS NOT required for transfer of ownership following a sale.
