What's involved
Only approved testing stations can carry out entry certification inspections. The process involves an entry certifier:
- verifying that the vehicle met the required safety, emissions and frontal impact standards when manufactured
- carrying out a vehicle inspection to verify it is still in good condition (effectively a warrant of fitness check)
- deciding whether the vehicle needs any repairs and/or specialist certification to meet legal safety requirements
- verifying who legally owns the vehicle.
Where the vehicle meets requirements, the certifier issues:
- a registration application form (form MR2A),which verifies that it has passed these checks and is safe for you to drive, and
- a warrant of fitness or certificate of fitness, depending on the vehicle's size.
Importing a used light vehicle?
Find out more on importing vehicles.
