The process of a Maryland State Inspection is pretty simple when you go to the right place and are equipped with knowledge. We’re proud to be a certified Maryland State Inspection station and here to guide you every step of the way. If you find yourself in the position of needing a Maryland State Inspection, you’re probably facing one of these scenarios:
- You just moved to Maryland (Maryland law states you have 60 days to have the certification completed)
- You bought, were gifted or inherited a vehicle. (Maryland law states you have 90 days to have the certification completed)
What is done during a Maryland State Inspection?
As a general overview, a Maryland State Inspection includes examining the integrity and function of the brakes, steering, lights, wheel alignment, exhaust, safety belts and other crucial components. Here at M&L Truck Service, we take the legal checks a step further by doing an overall check on your vehicle. We give you our recommendations and you choose what you would like us to do.
For a further breakdown of some of the required checklist items during a Maryland State Inspection, see the chart below based on your vehicle type:
| Vehicles equal to or less than 10,000 pounds: | Vehicles over 10,000 pounds: | Motorcycle and 3-wheel MPV: | Trailers: |
| • Steering system • Wheel alignment • Suspension • Brake system • Wheels / tires • Fuel system • Exhaust system • Bumpers • Fenders • Lights • Electrical system • Mirrors • Glazing (windows) • Wipers • Hood / catches • Door handle latches • Floor / trunk pans • Speedometer / odometer • Driver seat • Safety belts • Motor mounts • Gear shift indicator • Universal and CV (constant velocity) joints • Emissions equipment |
• Steering system • Wheel alignment • Suspension • Brake system • Wheels / tires • Fuel system • Exhaust system • Bumpers / rear frame • Rear wheel flaps • Fenders • Lights • Electrical system • Mirrors • Glazing (windows) • Wipers • Hood / catches • Door handle latches • Floor / trunk pans • Speedometer / odometer |
• Steering system • Frame • Brake system • Wheels / tires • Fuel system • Exhaust system • Lights • Electrical system • Mirrors • Windshield • Passenger items (hand hold and foot rest) • Body items (seat, engine mounts, stand, chain and guard, fenders) • Speedometer / odometer |
• Hitches • Suspension • Brake system • Emergency brakes • Wheels / tires • Rear metal frame • Rear wheel flaps • Lights • Electrical system • Fenders |
For more information: Visit the Maryland Vehicle Administration’s website.
How long does a Maryland State Inspection take?
We agree that no one enjoys sitting in a waiting room not knowing how long a service will take. That’s why we offer complete transparency at M&L Truck Service. The length of time to complete a Maryland State Inspection depends on the vehicle type. Here’s a breakdown of service time:
- A standard vehicle will typically only take 2 hours.
- A truck with 3 axles will typically take up to 4.5 hours.
- A vehicle with 4 axles could take up to 5 hours.
We know you have many options when it comes to choosing a Maryland State Inspection station. We’re proud to bring transparency and excellent customer service to every inspection we perform here at M&L Truck service. Give us a call today or use our appointment request form to schedule your inspection.