C.M.R. 16, 222, ch. 1, § 222-1-115, subsec. 222-1-115-03 - SEQUENCE OF INSPECTION

(If an electronic inspection program becomes available, the inspecting technician shall follow the procedures dictated within that program).

1. Sequence of Inspection for Motor Vehicles

A. Verify the vehicle documentation.

B. Examine both registration plates. (May be inspected with transit, dealer or temporary plates. Out-of-state vehicles may have one or two plates).

C. Examine the vehicle registration. If the information as to the vehicle description is not accurate, do not inspect the vehicle. If the registration is not current or is not valid, do not inspect the vehicle.

D. Compare the vehicle identification number to that on the registration.

NOTE: If there is a mistake in the VIN on the registration, complete form MV-141 and mail to the Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

E. Determine the gross vehicle weight rating or registered weight of the vehicle and if the vehicle is engaged in commerce to establish the appropriate class of inspection required.

F. Determine if the vehicle is registered in Cumberland County to determine if a Class E inspection is required.

G. Check the sufficiency of the service and emergency brakes before beginning the inspection.

H. Proceed with the inspection appropriate for the class of vehicle.

I. if the vehicle passes inspection, the inspection technician shall legibly complete the sticker and stub sheet information as required in 140.03.

J. The Inspection Technician shall remove the old inspection sticker and affix the new sticker.

K. The Technician shall supply the owner of the vehicle with a written list of the vehicle deficiencies.

Notes

C.M.R. 16, 222, ch. 1, § 222-1-115, subsec. 222-1-115-03