Does an inspection form expire?
Yes. The form you receive at the time of inspection expires 120 days after the date the inspection takes place.
I am making payments on my vehicle so my lien holder has my title. How do I get a copy for the inspection?
Contact your local County Treasurers office for their policies on E-titles and titles being held by your lien holder.
What do I do once the inspection is complete?
After you have received a completed MVE/VIN inspection form (MVE-1) your next step in the registration or titling process is conducted at your local Department of Motor Vehicles office.
Do I need an appointment?
VIN inspections conducted at the following locations require an appointment: Kansas City Metro: Olathe, Lamar and I-70 Wichita Metro: Douglas and Kechi Lawrence Leavenworth Topeka Use our convenient online scheduler to set up your appointment. Inspection stations operated by a partner, such as a Police or Sheriff's department may have different hours of operation
I do not have a license plate for my vehicle. How do I get it there legally for the inspection?
It is not legal to drive a car without a permit or license plate. You can place your vehicle on a trailer and tow it to the inspection station, or you may be able to purchase a temporary registration/permit from your County Treasurer.
My car is not running, can you come to my house to do the inspection?
No. You will need to make arrangements to have your vehicle towed or trailered to the nearest VIN inspection station. House calls are conducted on rare occasions at the convenience of the Kansas Highway Patrol and require a supervisor's approval.
If I bring my car on a trailer or on the back of a truck, will it need to be unloaded?
Yes. Vehicles will need to be unloaded for the MVE/VIN inspection process.
What do I need if I have a Salvage Title?
Salvage inspections are only performed at Kansas Highway Patrol VIN Inspection Stations. The most common items you will need are: The original receipts for all parts purchased and replaced Work order for repairs made Photos of the vehicle showing damage prior to repair Any additional documents associated with the repair of the vehicle If used
How much does a VIN inspection cost?
Regular Inspections: $20.00Salvage Inspections: $25.00Fees for inspections performed at a KHP Inspection station will be collected by your County Treasurer at the time title/registration work is completed.Inspections performed at a designee location, such as a Sheriffs office, will collect payment at the time of inspection. The form of payment is up to the designee location.If
What forms of payment do you accept?
Fees for inspections performed at a KHP Inspection station will be collected by your County Treasurer at the time title/registration work is completed.Inspections performed at a designee location, such as a Sheriff's office, will collect payment at the time of inspection. The form of payment is up to the designee location.If you have any questions, please
