Inspector licenses are valid for one year.
If you want to be a vehicle inspector in Massachusetts, you will need to hold a valid vehicle inspector license to do so.
- This page, Apply for a vehicle inspector license, is offered by
- Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles
Apply for a vehicle inspector license
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Registry of Motor Vehicles
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The Details
What you need
An inspector can be licensed to perform non-commercial, commercial, 7D and/or motorcycle inspections. 7D and motorcycle training is for safety only inspections, while non-commercial and commercial training includes safety, emissions testing and additional material that meets the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements for the inspection of commercial motor vehicles.
To get a vehicle inspector license, you must have a valid driver’s license for the class of vehicle you will be inspecting with a state assigned license number.
- You must complete, sign and submit Massachusetts Vehicle Check Inspector License application before requesting training. This can be done online at mass.gov/rmv.
- Pay applicable fee.
- Contact Opus Inspection Technologies, Inc. to schedule training.
Note: Out-of-state applicants are required to submit a copy of the front and back of their current their drivers license.
Fees
For training fees, visit MA Vehicle Check.
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Inspector License Fee (annual) | $25 | each |
How to apply
Submit your inspector application online.
Complete the application and mail check or money order payable to MassDOT to:
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Vehicle Safety & Compliance Services
P.O. Box 55892
Boston, MA 02205-5892
Next steps
Renewal
Your license must be renewed every year, and you must attend a re-certification training every 2 years.
More info
For questions, email RMVInspection@dot.state.ma.us or call Vehicle Safety and Compliance Services at 857-368-7310.
Contact
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