Vehicle Insurance inspections
When your vehicle is over 12 years old, the province of Alberta requires its safety and condition to be verified before it can be insured. That process involves a professional inspection by a journeyman automotive technician before that vehicle can be insured. 7 Eighty Automotive can help. Our team of Red Seal journeyman technicians provides certified vehicle insurance inspections to verify your car’s safety, reliability, and roadworthiness.
Call (780) 453-0077 today to schedule your inspection.
What Does a Vehicle Insurance Inspection From 7 Eighty Automotive Include?
Our certified Red Seal journeyman automotive technicians are trained to perform inspections in accordance with Alberta’s safety standards and insurance requirements. Every inspection is thorough and aligned with provincial regulations to help ensure your vehicle qualifies for coverage.
Our vehicle insurance inspections include:
- Structural integrity and frame condition
- Brake system performance and safety
- Steering and suspension evaluation
- Tire condition and tread depth
- Lights, signals, and electrical components
- Windshield and visibility checks
- Exhaust and emissions components
- Fluid levels and leaks
By checking these critical systems, 7 Eighty Automotive helps ensure your vehicle meets Alberta’s safety expectations and insurance eligibility standards.
Why Is a Vehicle Insurance Inspection Required in Alberta?
If your vehicle is more than 12 years old, it must be inspected by a journeyman automotive technician before it can be insured. The inspection is based on safety and roadworthiness, and it confirms that your vehicle has not been overly worn down by its previous years of use.
How Long Does a Vehicle Insurance Inspection Take?
In most cases, a certified vehicle insurance inspection takes between 1 and 1.5 hours. That allows our technicians to complete a thorough assessment of your vehicle. The exact timing can depend on factors such as your vehicle’s condition, its type, the accessibility of key components, and whether any follow-up checks are required.
What Is the Focus of Insurance Inspections?
Safety is the foundation of every vehicle insurance inspection in Alberta. Insurance providers require proof that your vehicle won’t pose a risk to you, your passengers, or others on the road.
Our certified technicians prioritize:
- Identifying worn or failing components
- Detecting safety hazards before they worsen
- Ensuring compliance with Alberta regulations
- Providing clear documentation for insurers
This safety-first approach protects you from unexpected breakdowns and helps avoid costly repairs down the line. It also gives insurers confidence that your vehicle meets required standards.
What Happens if Your Vehicle Doesn’t Pass?
If your vehicle doesn’t meet inspection requirements, don’t worry! You’ll receive a detailed report outlining what needs to be fixed. We’ll walk you through the results so you understand exactly what’s required to pass. Once repairs are completed, a reinspection can confirm your vehicle is ready for insurance approval. Our goal is to make the process transparent and stress-free.
Book Your Certified Inspection Today
Getting your 12+ year-old vehicle insured in Alberta starts with a trusted, certified inspection. 7 Eighty Automotive delivers accurate assessments, fast turnaround times, and a commitment to safety that helps you move forward with confidence.
Looking for vehicle insurance inspections? Contact us at (780) 453-0077.