Maryland law requires that most used vehicles must be inspected for safety before transferring the title. The seller is usually required to provide the inspection certificate, according to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. Exceptions include class E trucks, class F truck tractors and class G freight trailers. It is possible to obtain a 30-day temporary registration if you have not yet received an inspection.
Mechanical
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration determines mechanical components of the vehicle inspection to include the suspension, brakes, motor mounts, emissions system, electrical system, fuel system, exhaust, motor mounts, universal and CV joints, and the gear shift indicator. A computerized engine analysis and road test are often used to for the inspection. Inspections may be performed by an authorized inspection station in Maryland, and it is advisable to choose a shop that you trust. Most service departments at dealerships will also perform safety inspections, according to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. There are about 1600 licensed inspection stations in the State of Maryland. If the vehicle does not pass inspection, a list of necessary repairs will be provided to you. If you have repairs completed within 30 days of the initial inspection and the vehicle has been driven less than 1,000 miles, only the defective components need to be re-inspected.
Safety
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration indicates that safety components of a vehicle inspection include tires, steering system, glass, lights, wheel alignment, mirrors, wipers, speedometer and odometer, safety belts and door handle latches. Hitches and emergency brakes are included in the inspection of trailers. If you purchase a vehicle from a private seller, and he will not permit you to take the vehicle for inspection, you may suggest that he goes with you for the inspection. Some shops will go to the location of the vehicle to perform the inspection, according to the Unofficial DMV Guide. If you purchase your vehicle from a dealer, the inspection should have already been performed, and a copy of the inspection certificate should be affixed to the window of the vehicle.
Body/Appearance
The body of the vehicle is inspected in the area of the bumpers, fenders, hood catches, floor, trunk pans and the driver's seat. Other items inspected on motorcycles include the passenger foot rest and hand hold, the seat, chain and guard, and the stand. Inspection stations are typically authorized to perform inspections of passenger cars, light truck and SUVs up to 10,000 pounds and trailers up to 20 feet long, provided that they do not have air brakes. A safety inspection will usually take about one and a half hours. The mechanic will provide you with the inspection certificate for presentation to the Motor Vehicle Administration, provided that the vehicle meets all of the standards determined by Maryland.
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