Vehicle Inspections & Standards
Last updated on August 17, 2022Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (​CVSE) inspections and standards apply to both commercial and private vehicles in British Columbia. Compliance ensures safe vehicles are operating on B.C. roadways.
Get your vehicle inspected
- Find out if your vehicle is subject to inspection
- Find a designated inspection facility near you
- List of CVSE Inspection Stations/Weigh Scales
Resources for inspectors and inspection facilities
In order to access the services available within the Vehicle Safety BC Portal, you will need either a Personal or Business BCeID or BC Services Card.
- Log in to the Vehicle Safety BC Portal
Online inspection system for vehicle inspectors and inspection facilities. Register in the system, apply for new certificates and licences, submit and access reports. - Vehicle Inspection Guides
Find information about using the Vehicle Safety BC Portal - Find courses for inspectors and inspections facilities
Inspections
Private and commercial vehicle inspections are performed by qualified mechanics authorized as inspectors. Inspections are completed at designated inspection facilities or preventative maintenance facilities.
CVSE Area Vehicle Inspectors conduct periodic audits on both designated inspection facilities and preventative maintenance facilities to monitor compliance of all applicable program standards.
Primary statutory provisions under this program include:
- Divisions, 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 25 of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations,
- Standards of Safety and Repair Regulation (Vehicle Inspection Manual).
Enforcement
RCMP, Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement (CVSE) peace officers, and other policing agencies can issue a violation ticket and require an inspection for any vehicle or driver on B.C. roads.
The B.C. Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement program promotes compliance with safety regulations with the commercial transport sector. You will see CVSE peace officers at road checks, patrolling B.C. highways in mobile units and at inspection stations/weigh scales across the province year-round.
- Vehicle Safety and Enforcement Acts and Regulations
- To report commercial vehicle safety violations call: 1-888-775-8785
If the violation is creating an immediate danger call 911
Standards
Standards are interpreted for B.C. inspectors, and inspection and maintenance facilities. These standards apply:
- B.C. Motor Vehicle Act
- Motor Vehicle Act Regulations
- National Safety Code
- Commercial Transport Procedures
- Vehicle Inspection Manual
- Transport Canada
- Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) National Safety Code Standards
For Authorized Inspectors and Inspection Facilities
- Log on to the Vehicle Safety BC Portal
- Search, verify and submit inspection reports
- Apply for and renew your licence
- Vehicle Inspection Guides
Stay up-to-date with standards, procedures and policies.
Contact information
Contact us if you have questions about vehicle inspections and standards.
778-974-5458