Yearly (annual) vehicle inspection
Vehicle number
VIN
License plate
Odometer
Date
Inspector
Brake system
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | ||
| Parking brake | ||
| Brake drums or rotors | ||
| Brake linings or pads at every wheel | ||
| Brake hoses and tubing | ||
| Low-pressure warning device | ||
| Air compressor and governor | ||
| Air tanks drained; no leaks | ||
| Hydraulic brake fluid and lines | ||
| Antilock brake system (ABS) warning light | ||
| Automatic slack adjusters / brake adjustment |
Steering
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Steering wheel free play | ||
| Steering column | ||
| Steering gear box | ||
| Pitman arm | ||
| Power steering (fluid, leaks, hoses) | ||
| Ball and socket joints | ||
| Tie rods and drag link |
Suspension
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Springs and spring assemblies | ||
| U-bolts and spring hangers | ||
| Torque, radius or tracking components | ||
| Shock absorbers | ||
| Air suspension (bags, leaks, height) |
Frame and body
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Frame members: no cracks or breaks | ||
| Body mounts | ||
| Bumpers | ||
| Floor: no holes or rust-through | ||
| Undercarriage |
Tires and wheels
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth on every tire | ||
| Inflation | ||
| No cuts, bulges or exposed cord | ||
| Tire size matched | ||
| Wheels and rims: no cracks | ||
| Lug nuts and studs |
Lighting and electrical
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Headlights (high and low beam) | ||
| Tail, brake and turn signals | ||
| Marker and clearance lights | ||
| School bus warning lights and stop arm (if a school bus) | ||
| Interior and stepwell lights | ||
| Horn | ||
| Battery and wiring |
Exhaust and fuel system
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Exhaust: no leaks, secure, not near fuel lines | ||
| Muffler and tailpipe | ||
| Fuel tanks secure; no leaks | ||
| Fuel tank filler cap present |
Glass, mirrors and wipers
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Windshield: no cracks in the driver's view | ||
| Side and rear windows | ||
| Mirrors (flat, convex and crossview) | ||
| Windshield wipers and washers | ||
| Defroster |
School bus equipment (if a school bus)
| Item | OK | Fail |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exits and their alarms | ||
| Seats and seat frames secure | ||
| Fire extinguisher, first-aid kit and body fluid clean-up kit | ||
| Reflective triangles | ||
| Wheelchair lift and securements (if equipped) | ||
| Child-check system (if equipped) |
Repairs needed / notes
Inspector's signature
Date
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