Out of Province Inspections

Ed Vintner is a licensed inspection station for Alberta Out of Province inspections. We serve Scranton, PA, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Clarks Summit, PA, ans surrounding areas.

Out of Province Inspection

If your vehicle is registered outside of Alberta, you'll need to pass an Out of Province (OOP) inspection before license plates can be issued. The Government of Alberta may issue an exemption for vehicles that meet certain conditions and don't have a history indicating any of the following: flood, unsafe, salvage, non-repairable. See Alberta Transportation for details.

The following vehicles must undergo the OOP inspection if they were not previously registered in Alberta (or when proof of previous registration cannot be provided): restored antique, classic, homebuilt, modified or street rod vehicles.

Who performs the OOP inspection: The OOP inspection must be performed by a certified technician who is licensed by the Alberta Transportation’s Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP).

What gets inspected during the OOP inspection: The OOP inspection is a basic safety or mechanical fitness assessment. It typically takes around two hours to perform and involves almost all vehicle components including: fuel and exhaust systems, all electrical, engine controls, powertrain, driveline, steering, suspension, braking systems, wiring and lights, tires, glass, wipers and defrosters. To pass, your vehicle must be maintained within Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) standards or wear tolerances.

Can an OOP inspection identify crash damage? An OOP inspection may not be conclusive in determining the previous crash history of a vehicle. If you suspect your vehicle sustained major damage prior to purchasing it, consider having it examined by a collision repair technician.

What are the inspection fees: OOP vehicle inspection fees are established by the inspection station. If your vehicle is found deficient, you may take your vehicle to another inspection technician before agreeing to complete the suggested repairs.

What if I fail the Out Of Province Inspection: If your vehicle fails the OOP inspection, it must be repaired within 10 days of the failure notice to avoid an additional full inspection fee assessment. Vehicles repaired and re-inspected within 10 days are subject to verification of required repairs only.

When do I need to register my vehicle:  Inspection certificates are valid for 14 days. You must register your vehicle in Alberta within this time. Failure to do so will result in the vehicle needing a full OOP inspection again.