Most used vehicles are required by Maryland Law to undergo a safety inspection prior to its sale or transfer. Additionally, if you are moving into the state and plan to retitle the vehicle you will need a Maryland State Inspection (MSI). We are an authorized Maryland State Inspection Station and can inspect any vehicle under 10,000 lbs, or trailers under 10,000 lbs. Your vehicle will need to pass a Maryland state inspection prior to receiving tags. Additionally, as an authorized inspection station we can handle any repair orders you may recieve from the state police. Below is a list of everything that will be checked, this list is managed by the Maryland State Police.
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Inspection Fees
Passenger Cars and 1/2 Ton Trucks w/Single Rear Wheels | $90.00 |
3/4 & 1 Ton Trucks & Vans with Single Rear Wheels | $125.00 |
Trailers Without Brakes | $48.00 |
Trailers with Brakes on 1 Axle | $78.00 |
Trailers with Brakes on 2 Axels | $108.00 |
Reinspection Fees (if work is completed somewhere else) | |
Re-Inspection–No Lift Required | No Charge |
Re-Inspection–Lift Required | $20.00 |
Re-Inspection–Lift and Wheel Removal Required | $40.00 |
We are unable to inspect any vehicle or trailers equipped with air brakes |
Inspection Criteria
Vehicles – GVWR Equal to or Less Than 10,000 Pounds | Trailer |
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Steering system | Hitches |
Wheel alignment | Suspension |
Suspension | Brake system |
Brake system | Emergency brakes |
Wheels / tires | Wheels / tires |
Fuel system | Rear metal frame |
Exhaust system | Rear wheel flaps |
Bumpers | Lights |
Fenders | Electrical system |
Lights | Fenders |
Electrical system | |
Mirrors | |
Glazing (windows) | |
Wipers | |
Hood / catches | |
Door handle latches | |
Floor / trunk pans | |
Speedometer / odometer | |
Driver seat | |
Safety belts | |
Motor mounts | |
Gear shift indicator | |
Universal and CV (constant velocity) joints | |
Emissions equipment |
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Work Hours
Mon – Fri | 8:00am – 6:00pm
Sat – Sun | Closed