Reasons Why Out of Province Vehicle Inspections Failed

If you've purchased a car that is not from Alberta, then you'll need to undergo an Out of Province Vehicle Inspection. Automotive shops provide vehicle inspections that bring your one step closer to having your car in Alberta. The registration office will not allow the registration of your new vehicle or truck until you have been through the Out of Province Vehicle Safety Inspection and has all the required documents.



It is necessary because Alberta Transportation's standards of safety are different from other provinces. In essence, inspections are necessary in order to protect all who travel on the roads.

Out of Province Vehicle Inspection Checklist

Inspections are a simple safety and mechanical assessment which must be carried out by a journeyman mechanic who is certified and authorized with Alberta Transportation's Vehicle Inspection Program. It takes approximately two hours to complete the inspection and involves almost all components of a vehicle, including:

• Electrical systems
• Glass
• Wipers and defrosters
• Steering
• Lights
• Brakes
• Engine controls
• Fuel and exhaust systems
• Powertrain
• Driveline
• Suspension
• Wiring and lights
• Tires
• Body condition

Common Causes Why Out Of Province Inspections of Vehicles Don't Work

Surprisingly enough, the top causes for vehicles failing Out of Province Vehicle Safety Inspections tend to not be major mechanical problems that are quite simple to address. Before you take your vehicle in to be inspected, there are some things you can do yourself.

Wipers

Inadequate windshield wipers can be the reason why you could not pass an inspection. Although it may seem minor, the fact that you're unable to see is a threat to your security. If your wipers aren't performing well, are damaged, or have obvious chips or tears, replace them with new blades prior to bringing your vehicle to the repair shop.

Lights out and burned

In the same way, changing a headlamp could make the difference between passing and failure. Go around your vehicle with the lights turned on and ask someone to switch on your indicators as well as hazard lights. Then apply the brake. It is possible to replace the lights easily and cheaply before the inspection of your vehicle outside of the province.

Car windshield cracks

The cost of replacing your windshield isn't as cheap as wipers or lights, but if the glass is damaged, it won't be able to pass the test.

Brakes need replacing

If your shoes or brake pads are past due for replacement and have worn down enough, your vehicle may not be able to pass the inspection. The reliability of your brakes is crucial to ensure the safety of an automobile.

Tires that are worn

In the event that the tires of your vehicle are not fitted with a thread, they won't be able to pass an out-of-province inspection.

Check that the engine light is on

There's an issue. You just don't know what the issue is! We can run a computer diagnostic to help you determine what the issue is. As you will not be able to tell if the problem is serious or not until you run the diagnostic, and we aren't able to pass our car if the light is illuminated.