Inspection in Ukraine must be mandatory for buses, trucks and cars that are used for the commercial transportation of passengers. Edition Auto24 told what are the rules for the inspection and when this procedure should be carried out.

Which vehicles require an inspection?.

According to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 137 of 30. 01. 2012. technical control in Ukraine is mandatory for:.

taxi cars and cars used to transport passengers or goods for profit (more than two years old);

trucks with a carrying capacity of up to 3.5 tons and trailers for them (more than two years old);

trucks with a carrying capacity of more than 3.5 tons and trailers for them (regardless of age);

trailers for cars owned by FLP and legal entities and used to generate income.

How often do you need to have an inspection.

In Ukraine, there is a certain frequency of maintenance. It is established by law and depends on how likely the car is to affect traffic safety, and in particular, its ability to create a danger to people:.

Twice a year - special vehicles for the transport of dangerous goods and buses, regardless of age.

Taxi every year (regardless of age); trucks with a carrying capacity of more than 3.5 and trailers for them (regardless of age).

Every two years - trucks with a carrying capacity of up to 3.5 tons and trailers for them over 2 years old; passenger cars and their trailers used for profit, older than two years.

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How should an inspection be done?.

The procedure for mandatory maintenance of trucks is carried out in accordance with the state standards of Ukraine and in accordance with the Order of the Ministry of Infrastructure No. 106 dated 15. 02. 2012. It is carried out at specialized technical control points, which must have special accreditation from the Ministry of Infrastructure.

After checking the documents for the car in accordance with the "

tires and wheels in general;

bridges and axles.

glass and mirrors;

protective devices;

windscreen wipers and glass washers;

outdoor lighting fixtures.

brake system;

steering system;

engine;

frame and body (load platform);

hitch.

If the vehicle is used for the transport of dangerous goods and special works, its additional equipment is also controlled during maintenance.

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What documents are needed to pass the MOT of the car.

The car owner must have the following documents to pass the technical inspection:.

vehicle registration certificate;

identity document of the owner (for individuals);

a copy of the certificate of state registration of a legal entity (for legal entities);

instructions from the owner, if his interests are represented by another person;

document on checking gas cylinders (if HBO is available);

permission for special light and sound devices (if any).

It is reported that the list of documents partly depends on the type and ownership of the vehicle..

How much does maintenance cost in Ukraine in 2023.

The cost of mandatory technical inspection depends on the type of vehicle and its weight.. So, for a passenger car, it is from 1120 UAH. For a bus weighing up to 5 tons, MOT will be a little more expensive - from 1344 UAH.

Technical inspection of a truck weighing more than 12 tons is from 1440 UAH, and trailers - from 1120 UAH to 1322 UAH.

The inspection fee for other commercial vehicles is within the specified range.

Also, the price of technical inspection may increase if the car is equipped with LPG. Its inspection must be paid and carried out separately..

Earlier we wrote that in Ukraine you can pay for the storage of license plates online.