Friday, February 22, 2008

Provincial Inspections for Vehicles Imported into Manitoba

According to Manitoba Public Insurance, to register any newly acquired motor vehicle in Manitoba, you'll have to get a valid safety inspection certificate. In Manitoba this provincial safety inspection certificated a Certificate of Inspection (COI).

The provincial safety inspections ensure that vehicle meets minimum safety standards before being operated on Manitoba roads. The inspection includes examination of the steering, suspension, tires, brakes, exhaust, lights, and the vehicle's supporting structure.

The costs at an provincial inspection station can be up to $45.00. This doesn't include any extra fee to reinspect brake components that failed the first time around - that can cost as much as $20 more. Any repairs to make the vehicle safe are extra - these repairs must be completed before you'll be allowed to register your vehicle.

Approved inspection stations are located throughout Manitoba. Call Vehicle Standards and Inspections at (204) 985-0929 or toll-free (866) 323-0542 for an inspection station near you.

Note: the Federal Inspection is regulated by RIV and is included in the $195 importation fee.

1 comment:

UCANIMPORT PUBLICATIONS said...

Please note that the telephone number for the provincial office is actually (204) 985-0920. It has been incorrectly posted on their website.

If you are looking to determine if a specific mechanic shop is a designated provincial inspection facility, please telephone this number. Note that Canadian Tire is a designated facility and that you can have both federal and provincial inspections completed at one location.