What is Vehicle Inspection?
We can briefly answer the question of what vehicle inspection is as follows: It is a procedure conducted to periodically inspect all types of vehicles used in traffic to identify and rectify defects that could lead to accidents. In this procedure, vehicle owners make an appointment at the most convenient vehicle inspection station and bring their vehicles to the station at the scheduled date and time, prepared for inspection. According to Article 34 of the Highway Traffic Law No. 2918, in this procedure, motorized or non-motorized vehicles on the road are checked for their suitability for traffic and passenger safety. The inspection company charges a fee based on the vehicle's class, which is collected in cash.
What Should Be Done Before the Vehicle Inspection?
To prepare for a vehicle inspection, certain state-determined conditions must be met. First, you should check for any traffic fines, OGS or KGS violations, and other debts registered against your vehicle at the internet or tax office and pay them if necessary. As mentioned earlier, inspection stations operate on a reservation system. Therefore, make sure to log in to TÜVTÜRK's website and schedule an appointment for a suitable date. After handling the reservation and any outstanding debts, you need to prepare the required documents for the inspection, including traffic insurance, license, power of attorney (if applicable), and exhaust emission measurement stamp. Note that vehicles without the exhaust emission measurement stamp are considered seriously defective and their inspections may be postponed.
If your vehicle uses CNG or LPG fuel systems, you will also need to provide a leak-proof report during the inspection. Additionally, mandatory equipment in all vehicles will be checked once these conditions are met. The required equipment includes:
- Reflector Triangle
- First-aid Kit
- Fire Extinguisher
- Spare Tire
To avoid issues during the vehicle inspection, ensure that you prepare the required documents thoroughly and review both the mandatory equipment and the general condition of the vehicle. This way, you can pass the inspection without encountering problems.
Vehicle Inspection Scope
Inspection station personnel are responsible for verifying the vehicle's license and its physical counterparts. This means checking that the vehicle's fuel type, chassis number, and seat number registered in the license are correct.
During the brake system test, the brake force values of the right and left wheels of the front axle are measured. This test is also applied to the rear axle, with brake efficiency needing to be at least 50%.
After passing the brake test, the vehicle's electrical wiring, engine compartment cables, battery, and battery connections are checked.
While the vehicle is on a lift, the undercarriage is examined for any fluid leaks, exhaust system issues, suspension system condition (front and rear axles), hoses, brake system components, cables, and any rust or damage.
Since many traffic accidents result from improper or inadequate lighting, inspectors ensure that the vehicle's headlights work correctly and illuminate the proper angles. Fog lights are also checked for functionality.
Inside the vehicle, various controls are performed to check if the driver's seat is securely fixed, and the condition of seat belts, wipers, wiper fluid, windows, horn, heater, rearview mirrors, and side mirrors is verified.
Vehicle Inspection Evaluation
The document issued at the end of the inspection and given to the vehicle owner is called the vehicle inspection evaluation. To pass the inspection, the vehicle must be classified as slightly defective or faultless. Otherwise, the vehicle must be re-inspected at the same station within one month at the latest. The re-examination is free of charge.
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