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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.

I do not have a license plate for my vehicle. How do I get it there legally for the inspection?High Touch2022-10-28T13:47:13-05:00

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.

My car is not running, can you come to my house to do the inspection?High Touch2022-10-28T13:46:12-05:00

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

Do I need an appointment?High Touch2025-09-24T13:21:58-05:00

Can I bring a copy of my title from home?

Only original titles are accepted from the customer.

Can I bring a copy of my title from home?High Touch2025-03-25T13:13:50-05:00

I bought a vehicle and the seller has not sent me a title. What can I do?

The title is required for the MVE/VIN inspection process to be completed. You may need to seek legal advice to resolve your issue.

I bought a vehicle and the seller has not sent me a title. What can I do?High Touch2022-10-27T13:37:14-05:00

I bought a vehicle and the title was signed over to the person I bought it from and he signed it over to me. Can I get it inspected?

If the person you purchased the vehicle from did not title the vehicle in his/her name, you have a "jumped title". This will need to be corrected before the MVE/VIN process can be completed. You will need to: Return to the person who sold you the vehicle Contact the Kansas Department of Revenue for guidance

I bought a vehicle and the title was signed over to the person I bought it from and he signed it over to me. Can I get it inspected?High Touch2022-10-27T13:47:05-05:00

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

What forms of payment do you accept?High Touch2022-10-27T13:32:49-05:00

What do I need to bring for the inspection?

Basic required items are: Vehicle needing inspection Original signed title Documents associated with the vehicle purchase A form of Government issued id All other paperwork, Possessory Liens, Mechanic Liens, Quiet Titles, Bill of Sale, etc. need to be originals with no erasures, white-outs or alterations.

What do I need to bring for the inspection?High Touch2024-04-15T12:42:42-05:00

Does my vehicle need to be insured at the time of inspection?

No. Insurance is not a requirement for the purpose of a MVE/VIN inspection process.

Does my vehicle need to be insured at the time of inspection?High Touch2022-05-26T10:22:40-05:00

Where can I find the VIN on my RV?

VIN locations vary from model to model. Contact the manufacturer of your RV for assistance.

Where can I find the VIN on my RV?High Touch2022-05-26T10:18:57-05:00

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