MPI-listed LVI inspection station

Manitoba Light Vehicle Safety Inspections

Standard Auto Spring Works is listed by MPI as a Manitoba Light Vehicle Inspection station for Certificate of Inspection services. A COI confirms that a vehicle met Manitoba's minimum safety standards at the time of inspection. It is not a warranty or a complete mechanical condition report.

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When it is required

Common reasons you need a COI

MPI lists exemptions and special cases, so check the current requirements if you are unsure.

Transfer of ownership

A valid COI is generally required when ownership of a used vehicle transfers in Manitoba, subject to listed exemptions.

A vehicle entering Manitoba

Vehicles brought into Manitoba, including vehicles owned by people moving to the province, generally require a valid COI.

Registration after inspection

A COI for transfer of ownership is valid for one year, although vehicle condition can change during that period.

Inspection scope

Safety systems checked for a light vehicle COI

Brakes

Suspension and steering

Tires, wheels, hubs and bearings

Lights and required electrical equipment

Exhaust system

Seat belts and other regulated components

If repairs are needed

Corrective work Standard can complete

You may have repairs completed here or elsewhere and return for the required reinspection. Standard can complete suitable spring, suspension, steering, hub and axle work; other defects may be routed or repaired elsewhere. We do not provide exhaust repair.

Leaf springs and related hardware

Suspension repairs

Steering and front-end repairs

Wheel bearings, hubs and axles

Axle position and tracking correction

Alignment for suitable light vehicles

Inspection outcome

Pass, advisement or fail

Pass

The vehicle meets the minimum safety standards and receives a COI.

Advisement

The vehicle meets the minimum standards, receives a COI and lists components likely to need service soon.

Fail

The listed defects must be repaired and the vehicle must pass reinspection before a COI can be issued.

Before you arrive

Bring the vehicle information and allow time for a proper inspection.

A COI is a regulated safety inspection, not a quick visual check. Call the shop to confirm appointment timing, vehicle class and what documents should come with the vehicle.

Authorization and official rules

Keep the repair source and insurance source clear.

Related pathways

Continue through claim and inspection pathways.

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Share the vehicle, claim or inspection information already available so our team can route the request correctly.

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