WHEN YOU NEED ONE

When Is a Safety Standards Certificate Required in Ontario?

In Ontario you need a Safety Standards Certificate when transferring ownership of a used vehicle through a private sale, registering a vehicle that was previously registered in another province or country, or changing the status of a vehicle from unfit to fit. The certificate is valid for 36 days from the date of inspection — if you don’t register the vehicle within that window, a new inspection is required. It’s important to understand that a Safety Standards Certificate confirms your vehicle met minimum safety standards on the day of inspection. It is not a warranty or guarantee of the vehicle’s overall condition. For complete details on Ontario’s requirements, visit the Ontario Ministry of Transportation Website

WHAT WE CHECK

Vehicle Safety Inspection Service at Roberts Complete Auto Care in Barrie

Our licensed technicians follow the MTO’s standardized inspection criteria covering brakes, steering, suspension, tires, lights, exhaust, mirrors, seatbelts, windshield, and more. Every vehicle also completes a road test as part of the inspection process. If your vehicle doesn’t pass, we’ll give you a clear written report of what needs to be repaired and a fair estimate before any work begins. You’re never obligated to have repairs done with us, though we’re happy to help get your vehicle to where it needs to be.