Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Certification Requirements
Some states require vehicle safety inspections at specific intervals to ensure that vehicles on the road are safe. When a car is inspected for certification, the mechanic has a list of items to check.
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Seat Belts
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Seat belts will be checked to ensure they are anchored correctly and are in working order. Vehicles with airbags will have the airbag warning lamp checked as well.
Brakes
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The brake inspection usually includes inspection of the master cylinder, brake pads, drum brake linings, rotors, drums, lines, hoses and parking brake.
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Tires
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The tread depth on the tires will be checked along with the general condition of the tires and air pressure.
Lights
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A basic inspection of the headlights, turn signals, brake lights and reverse lights is usually part of the vehicle inspection.
Windshield and Wipers
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The inspector will evaluate the condition of the windshield wipers and see whether cracks in the windshield require repair or replacement.
Other
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The mirrors, horn, fuel system and driver's seat might be checked in an inspection.
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Comments
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Are rear bumpers required for inspection in N.H. On pickup trucks.
