Safety Inspection and Fleet Maintenance Guide

Safety inspection is a point-in-time check

A safety inspection checks whether the vehicle meets the required standard at the time of inspection. It is not a guarantee that the vehicle will stay problem-free after the inspection.

Green Auto publishes the confirmed inspection price as $99 flat. Repairs needed to pass are quoted separately before work starts.

Common road-readiness issues

• Worn brakes, brake leaks, or unsafe brake operation.
• Tire wear, tire damage, wheel issues, or loose steering and suspension parts.
• Burned-out lights, poor wipers, visibility issues, or cracked glass concerns.
• Fluid leaks, exhaust issues, corrosion, or body/structure concerns.
• Warning lights or restraint-system concerns that need attention.

How to prepare

Bring the vehicle details, reason for the inspection, and any paperwork required by the buyer, platform, insurer, fleet manager, or program asking for it.

Do a simple walkaround first: check lights, tire condition, obvious leaks, wipers, horn, washer fluid, and whether any warning lights are on.

Fleet maintenance basics

Small fleets need records, service intervals, driver reports, and a clear repair approval path. The goal is to catch issues before they become downtime.

Green Auto's fleet service is framed for small fleets that want one contact for mechanical, safety, and body work.

What fleet operators should track

• Mileage, service history, tire and brake condition, warning lights, and repeat issues.
• Driver walkaround notes for leaks, lights, tire damage, noises, and body damage.
• Seasonal checks before winter, long trips, and heavier-use periods.
• Who approves repairs and how written estimates should be handled.

Source Links

Rules and program requirements can change. Confirm the current requirement before relying on any article.

• Ontario - safety standards certificate