Certified Motor Vehicle Inspector
Description
A certified New York State motor vehicle inspector examines motor vehicles at a licensed New York State inspection station to ensure that motor vehicles operating on New York State highways meet all requirements established by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
Certification Requirements
Applicants seeking to become a certified motor vehicle inspector in New York State must submit an application (DMV Forms) to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Bureau of Consumer and Facility Services, PO Box 2700, Albany, New York 12220-0700. The latest information and requirements for certification are available on the website of the New York State Motor Vehicle Department.
Age Requirement
Applicants seeking to become a certified motor vehicle inspector in New York State must be at least 17 years of age.
Education and/or Experience
Applicants must have at least one year of experience in repairing motor vehicles within the last five years immediately preceding the date of filing an application, obtained in a firm in the automotive industry or in an approved cooperative work study program offering training in the automotive field; or a high school or vocational school diploma in vocational automotive trades or college certification of successful completion of first year course towards an AAS degree in automotive technology.
Fees
$25 -- Non-refundable application fee
$15 -- Three-year certification fee
Examination Requirements
Applicants must attain a minimum passing score of 70 percent on the New York State Motor Vehicles Department written test.
Examination Description
Group 1 (All passenger vehicles and trailers 18,000 pounds and under)
- Group 2 (All tractors, semi-trailers and other vehicles over 18,000 pounds)
- Group 3 (Motorcycles)
- Group D (Emissions)
Licenses Issued and Active
From January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009, there were 22,637 original cerifications issued.
As of January 1, 2010, there were 59,410 active certifications outstanding for motor vehicle inspector.
Licensing Authority
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
Bureau of Consumer and Facility Services
P.O Box 2700
Albany, New York 12220-0700
(518) 474-7998
E-mail: nydmv@dmv.state.ny.us
Standard Occupational Classification
53-6051 - Transportation Inspectors
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