What documents are needed for technical inspection? Maintenance rules

Basic provisions

Every car owner must undergo a vehicle technical condition check.
The exception is the owners of motorcycles, cars, trailers, whose age does not exceed 4 years. To quickly pass the inspection, the vehicle owner must adhere to the following algorithm of actions:

• Preparation of necessary documents for passing technical inspection.
• Independent preparation of the car for the procedure: troubleshooting, replacement of consumables.
• Collection of items that should be available at the time of inspection: fire extinguisher, first aid kit, emergency signs.
• Diagnostics in a specialized center with the necessary accreditation.

Note!

After the check, the car owner is given a diagnostic card. This is a document that contains data on the technical condition of the vehicle obtained during the inspection, and also indicates the date of the next inspection.

The diagnostic card is issued in three copies: electronic + two paper. One sheet is received by the owner of the vehicle, the second remains with the specialist who conducted the inspection.

There is no need to always take a diagnostic card with you on a trip. The necessary information is stored in a database.

From March 1, 2021, an electronic copy of the card will be stored for five years (previously three).

The vehicle inspection itself is divided into four stages:

1. Submitting an application to an accredited organization. The document is filled out on site according to the provided template.
2. Placing the vehicle on a special stand where diagnostics take place. The car owner enters the box independently and drives the car throughout the inspection.
3. Payment for government services. The established amount is paid on site or through the terminal.
4. Receive a diagnostic card with the examination results. If malfunctions are detected, the vehicle owner receives 20 days to eliminate them. As soon as the faults have been eliminated within the specified period, you will have to undergo maintenance again.

The cost of vehicle inspection depends on the region of the Russian Federation and the carrying capacity of the vehicle. On average, the amount ranges from 700 to 1600 rubles.

In some regions of Russia, legislation provides benefits for pensioners, people with disabilities, as well as persons who have distinguished themselves with special awards. For liquidators of the consequences of the accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, maintenance is carried out free of charge (you only need to provide a certificate). Benefits apply to one vehicle.

Note.

Maintenance of passenger cars with gasoline and diesel engines takes 40–45 minutes. For trucks, the inspection will take 60 minutes. The deadlines are strictly regulated and specified in the regulatory documentation.

What is a diagnostic card

Many motorists are accustomed to having a maintenance pass: at present it is not issued. It is also not included in the list of required documents to be provided to a traffic police officer during checks at checkpoints or during special events.

Previously, in order to pass a technical inspection, a compulsory motor liability insurance policy was required, but after the adoption of the law on passing a technical inspection, the situation changed. Now, the MTPL policy is issued only after examining the condition of the car . To confirm this fact, the vehicle owner presents a diagnostic card. Until August 2015, it was possible to obtain a policy upon presentation of a previously issued maintenance coupon, but at the moment this method no longer works.

The diagnostic card contains all the information about the technical condition of the car and is intended exclusively for insurers. It is also entered into a common database, which allows a person, in case of loss of a paper version (in A4 format), to receive a printed copy.

If the owner changes, there is no need to go through the MOT again: the validity of the diagnostic card applies to any owner of the car. It is enough to make changes to the compulsory insurance policy.

If owners of new cars receive compulsory motor vehicle liability insurance automatically , then for owners of older cars there is another option. Having found out what documents are needed for the inspection and included a paid receipt in this package, the owner supplements it with a temporary MTPL policy for a period of 20 days. It is issued to cover an insured event when performing registration actions or directly for arriving at a service station.

To carry out an inspection of vintage cars, the list of documents is the same as for the rest. The peculiarity of monitoring their condition is only the exclusion from inspection of those components that, although mandatory today, were not provided for by the design at the time of release.

List of documents for passing technical inspection

Individuals must have the following package of documents:

• Identity card or passport.
• Driver license.
• Vehicle registration certificate.
• A certificate confirming the registration of the vehicle at the traffic police department.

Important.

Modern legislation does not say that the car owner must provide an MTPL policy or a previous diagnostic card. These papers are not included in the list, and their requirement refers to actions that violate the law.

For legal entities, the list of required papers is much longer:

• Passport identifying the representative of the owner of the vehicle.
• A copy of the notarized power of attorney.
• Vehicle registration certificate with a copy certified by the management of the enterprise or organization that owns the vehicle.
• A copy of the company's charter. The document is certified in the year in which the car is inspected. Expired paper is considered invalid.
• Certificate of registration of the enterprise.
• Certificate of receipt of OKVED.
• Certificate of payment of state duty.
• Information about the company that owns the transport. Company letterhead is used.

Note.

In special cases, the organization must provide an order that it has appointed a specific employee who is responsible for passing the technical inspection.

Documents for passing MOT in 2021

Technical inspection of vehicles (TS) is a mandatory procedure for examining motor vehicles. Only if the driver has a diagnostic card in hand, which confirms the serviceability of the car, can he take out a compulsory MTPL insurance policy. In order to undergo technical inspection, the owner of the car must provide the following documents:

• civil passport or other identification document;
• vehicle registration certificate (VRC) or vehicle passport (PTS);
• power of attorney from the car owner (if necessary).

Such a list of documents required for passing a technical inspection is given in Art. 17 Federal Law No. 170 “On technical inspection of vehicles.” Clause 4 of this article states that the inspection operator does not have the right to demand the presentation of any additional documents from the owner of the car.

However, dealerships that have been authorized to provide vehicle inspection services have the right to refuse service to a client without giving reasons. Other accredited operators undertake to accept documents for consideration, and the refusal must be justified in writing.

For a new car

If 3 years have not passed since the release of the vehicle, then a technical inspection (MOT) is not required to issue an MTPL policy. In Art. 15 Federal Law No. 170 regulates the frequency of maintenance for different categories of motor vehicles. Thus, if the vehicle is released:

• less than three years ago - no technical inspection required;
• from 3 to 7 years – maintenance must be done every 2 years;
• more than 7 years ago - subject to maintenance once a year.

This applies to cars and trucks weighing no more than 3.5 tons, trailers and semi-trailers, as well as motorized vehicles.

For a used car

Used cars undergo technical inspection in accordance with generally accepted rules, which are regulated by Federal Law No. 170. Thus, in order to receive a diagnostic card, the driver provides the operator with the following documents:

• passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or other identification document;
• PTS or STS.

A driver's license is provided upon request. If control of the car is transferred to another person by issuing a general power of attorney, then this document must also be provided.

On a motorcycle

Some motorcyclists mistakenly believe that they do not need insurance, but legislators have a different opinion. Operation of motor vehicles with an engine power of 125cc or more on public roads requires an insurance policy and license plates.

A new motorcycle owner has 10 days to register. Before this, he can use his motorcycle, but in case of a stop to check documents, present a receipt or bill of sale confirming the recent purchase of the vehicle.

What documents are needed to undergo technical inspection of a motorcycle unit:

• passport,
• STS or PTS,
• driver's license.

As mentioned earlier, motorcycles under 3 years old do not undergo maintenance, those from 3 to 7 years old undergo it once every 2 years, and those over 7 years old - once a year.

On the truck

Trucks require the most serious approach in terms of undergoing maintenance. It is extremely important to maintain such vehicles in proper condition, because malfunctions directly affect their service life. That is why legislators divided trucks and determined the frequency of maintenance for them according to the following characteristics:

The package of documents for undergoing MOT remains the same as for cars and motorcycles: identity card, STS or PTS, driver's license (optional) and general power of attorney if the driver is not the owner of the vehicle being inspected. If necessary, you can obtain an international technical inspection certificate from the maintenance operator. To do this, the owner must write a corresponding statement.

Self-propelled vehicles that are not designed to carry passengers undergo diagnostics once a year. The list of required documents for technical inspection of tractors includes a tractor driver’s license.

By taxi

Individuals who provide taxi services must provide exactly the same package of documents as owners of cars and trucks. Often, advertising posters are posted in the interior and on the body of such vehicles, and at the inspection point they may require a contract for the right to place it. However, this is unlawful, so the driver has the right to refuse this to the maintenance operator, referring to clause 4 of Art. 17 Federal Law No. 170.

As for the frequency of inspection, taxi drivers are required to undergo this procedure once every six months. The safety of vehicles that carry passengers always comes first.

For legal entities

The basic set of documents required for maintenance remains the same for legal entities. persons However, the procedure will go faster if the company representative provides a more complete list of papers. Here's what it looks like:

• civil passport of the person acting on behalf of the enterprise;
• power of attorney for the right to represent the interests of a legal entity (the law allows you to provide a handwritten document);
• PTS or STS (originals or copies certified by the management of the enterprise);
• photocopies of statutory documents and certificate of registration of a legal entity;
• certificate with information about OKVED codes in the field of activity of which this legal entity operates. face;
• a certificate with the details of the enterprise, issued and certified by the accounting department.

These papers are not mandatory. According to the law, it is enough to provide the representative’s passport, power of attorney, STS or PTS. The operator has the right to refuse to provide the service only if it finds inconsistencies in the documents, or if the client has provided an incomplete list of them. Above is a recommended list of documents that will make it easier to undergo maintenance for a car owned by a legal entity.

What documents are needed to pass a technical inspection for a car up to four years old?

If the car is not older than 4 years, MOT is not necessary. Inspection is carried out only at the initiative of the owner. The list of documentation is the same as for individuals or legal entities.

But there are situations when a technical inspection would be an appropriate procedure:

• The car manufacturer issued a policy for a free inspection.
• A trip abroad is planned. In this case, a technical inspection is mandatory, even if the car is several months old.
• Aggressive driving style.

Important.

The age of a car is counted from the moment it leaves the assembly line.

How often to go

In the first three years from the date of production by the plant, lightweight cars, motorcycles and trailers are exempt from the maintenance procedure. After three and up to seven years from the date of manufacture of the vehicle, the diagnostic frequency for this category of vehicles is once every 2 years, after seven years - annually. Every 12 months they are also required to carry out a technical inspection of cars heavier than 3.5 tons of categories “C”, “D” and special-purpose vehicles.

For vehicles transporting dangerous goods and passengers with more than 8 people, the law requires diagnostic testing every six months. Equipment used in construction and agriculture is inspected 15 days before the start of work.

Attention! Diagnostic cards received under the old maintenance procedure do not require replacement and are valid until the end of the specified validity period!

Documents for passing a motorcycle inspection

Any brand of motorcycle equipment undergoes inspection. To do this, you will need to take with you your personal passport, motorcycle title and registration certificate, as well as a license that gives permission to drive the corresponding category of equipment.

The procedure includes diagnostics of electrical equipment, brake system, checking the condition of the motor and frame.

Personal and official documents

Documents have their own classification on different grounds. So, by origin they are personal and official.

• Personal ones are created outside the work sphere. This could be correspondence, a diary, notes.
• But official documents are documents of an organization, drawn up in a certain way and in the prescribed form.

But even in the group of official documents, personal ones are distinguished, for example: passport, diploma, certificate, residence permit, work book.

It is clear that mainly official papers take part in office work, most of which are management documents. With their help, the organization's management functions are implemented: planning, financing, control, supply and accounting.

Documents for technical inspection of a truck

Trucks weighing 3.5 tons or more undergo annual maintenance. At the same time, the age of the equipment is important: cars older than 5 years are checked every six months - heavy cars are subject to greater loads and wear out faster than passenger cars.

Individuals are provided with a standard package of papers. If the equipment does not belong to the person undergoing technical inspection, the list includes a power of attorney certified by the owner of the truck.

The owner may additionally request an international diagnostic card.

Important!

Trucks and trailers intended for transporting dangerous goods are inspected twice a year.

Who does not need to undergo a technical inspection in 2021

In the current year 2021, the following vehicles do not need to undergo maintenance:

• if a car weighing up to 3.5 tons, a semi-trailer or trailer, as well as a motorcycle were produced less than 3 years ago, i.e. no earlier than 2018;
• if the above vehicles aged from 3 to 7 years passed MOT in 2018. In this case, the date of the next technical inspection will not occur until 2021.

Motor vehicles that were produced and approved for operation more than 7 years ago will undergo technical inspection in 2021.

List of documents for technical inspection of foreign cars

The question is relevant for owners of cars purchased and registered outside the Russian Federation, as well as for foreign citizens.

According to Russian legislation, all road users must undergo maintenance. In this case, you must provide:

• Personal passport.
• Driving license for a vehicle of the appropriate category.
• Green card.
• An international standard document confirming passing a technical inspection.

Price

The price of expert services at a specialized technical inspection station depends on the region, scope of work and type of vehicle. The maximum amounts are calculated in accordance with the methodology of the Federal Tariff Service and established by Law No. 170-FZ.

Important! There are no state fees for maintenance, only the operator’s services are paid!

In Russia, the following order of numbers for technical inspection applies:

Expert opinion

Artemyev Dmitry

Experience as a forensic expert in the field of automotive technical examination for more than 2 years, more than 3 years of work in the field of insurance disputes, appealing guilt in road accidents.

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Subjects of the Federation are developing regulations that establish fixed tariffs for maintenance for a specific region. Benefits for pensioners, disabled people, and WWII veterans are also provided for by local legislation.

The cost of a repeat inspection at the same service station within 20 days is significantly cheaper than the initial price, since a partial diagnosis of problem units is carried out.

How to properly prepare for MOT - tips:

The nuances of passing maintenance. New rules

In recent years, the following changes have been made to the technical inspection regulations:

• 40 minutes are allotted for checking freight transport, 30 minutes for cars, 20 minutes for motor vehicles.
• The verification procedure is recorded on video.
• A first aid kit is on the list of required items. It must be shown and the expiration date of the medicines monitored. If the first aid kit is not present at the inspection or you cannot show it to the traffic police, you will not pass the inspection and will receive a fine.

The list of documents for passing a technical inspection in 2021 has also undergone changes. Now you do not need to present a medical certificate.

Important!

From March 1, 2021, the diagnostic card will be issued only in electronic form. The operator can print it at the driver’s request, certifying it with a seal and signature.

All diagnostic information will be entered into the EAISTO system. In their absence, obtaining a compulsory motor liability insurance policy will be impossible. And from March 2022, car owners who do not pass MOT will be fined 2,000 rubles.

Required Documentation

What documents are needed for technical inspection are determined by the legislator. Their presence is necessary for the maintenance procedure. You should also clarify the documents for vehicle inspection directly at the place where it will be carried out, so as not to subsequently waste time correcting defects.

What documents are needed for maintenance are determined directly by the Federal Law regulating the issue of technical inspection of vehicles, as well as by amendments approved by the Government of the Russian Federation.

What documents need to be prepared to undergo a technical inspection are determined by the legislator, creating an approximate list of them:

• A document identifying the driver.
• Person's driver's license.
• Certificate of registration of the vehicle.
• Vehicle passport.
• A receipt confirming the fact of payment of the state fee.

A power of attorney may also be required if the car is sent for inspection not by the owner himself, but by his attorney.

Additional information may be requested by the expert only if doubts arise regarding the ownership or characteristics of the vehicle. If there are no such grounds, then it is prohibited by law to request other documents that bypass the specified list.

Until the end of 2021, in order to undergo a technical inspection, the owner also had to submit medical documents, namely a certificate. Starting from 2021, this document will not be required, since it was abolished by amendments of the Government of the Russian Federation.

Documentation for a new vehicle

It is necessary to carefully treat a car that has not yet passed three years from the date of assembly. In this situation, it is not necessary to carry out a technical inspection, that is, any such manipulations are performed solely at the request of the owner.

The official papers relating to technical inspection in this case are absolutely the same as those in the situations we mentioned above. In what cases would it be more correct to undergo a technical inspection earlier than before the car is three years old:

• if a person drives a car not too carefully;
• if there is a warranty policy from the manufacturer, which allows you to analyze the condition of the car for free;
• if the owner is going to travel abroad - to a country where it is mandatory to undergo maintenance and it does not matter what the age of the vehicle is.

If the vehicle is less than three years old, it is not necessary to undergo a technical inspection

Note! The “age” of your vehicle is measured from the date of manufacture, not from the moment you purchased it.

What is checked during the procedure

An expert from an accredited organization evaluates the car by:

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• instrumental diagnostics;
• analysis of the authenticity of license plates;
• availability of a first aid kit and fire extinguisher;
• checking the functionality of the ignition switches and those located on the car doors;
• control of vehicle technical fluids;
• analysis of the effectiveness of the braking system;
• checking the steering, shock absorption systems;
• exhaust toxicity measurements.

If the car successfully passes the technical check, the owner or his representative is issued a diagnostic card. This is a document that records the results of an inspection of a fully equipped car for clearance before further driving.

The paper is drawn up in two copies, assigned a unique number, and certified by the signature of an expert. The first copy is given to the car enthusiast, the second remains with the specialist.

How to get benefits, what documents are needed for this?

Let's consider the procedure.

1. First, find out (for example, on the city administration website) whether there are benefits for the category of citizens to which you belong in your region. If you are the owner of several cars, check how many vehicles the possible benefit applies to.
2. Find out where the nearest service points are located. If there are no benefits, you can undergo an inspection in any city - it doesn’t matter where you are registered or where your car is registered. However, if there are benefits, you must undergo a technical inspection in your region, although not necessarily at your place of registration. After all, local authorities allocate subsidies exclusively to their beneficiaries.

   

   You can undergo an examination at any accredited institution

3. Find out what package of documents you need to collect. The list may vary slightly based on where you live, but it is best to collect everything you can, preferably making several copies of each document. This includes a passport, driver’s license, car registration certificate, pensioner’s certificate, and other papers confirming the right to benefits. If the owner of the car is absent, you will need a certified power of attorney.