Accreditation of Inspection/Testing Shops
- Shops located strategically near major ports of entry may apply for LTO accreditation.
- Committee of Accreditation verifies application documents, equipment, and facility adequacy through inspections.
- Successful applicants receive an accreditation permit valid for one year, renewable upon meeting requirements.
Required Documentation for Accreditation
- Documents include SEC registration, articles of incorporation, Mayor’s permit, income tax returns, audited financial statements (minimum Php 50M capital), SSS certificate, DTI or BOI registration, establishment layout, proof of ownership or lease, officers’ bio-data, board resolution, and BIR registration.
Fees
- A non-refundable filing fee of Php 1,000 plus Php 10 LRF payable to the LTO collecting unit.
- An accreditation fee of Php 5,000 collected upon approval.
Inspection Site Requirements
- Minimum area of 1,500 sq. meters with two lanes (one for light vehicles, one for heavy) or one lane for universal equipment.
Testing Equipment Standards
- Mandatory equipment includes a DENR-calibrated gas emission tester, chassis dynamometer, gas analyzers for gasoline and diesel vehicles, opacity meters, and safety testing equipment such as computerized brake testers, axle load meters, side slip testers, and lighting and suspension testers.
Personnel Requirements
- Inspection personnel must be LTO-certified and technically competent in vehicle inspection procedures.
Inspection and Testing Procedures
- Inspection follows LTO Administrative Order AO-91-005 including:
- Verification of vehicle identity and construction integrity.
- Measurement of vehicle dimensions, frame conditions, and passenger/goods accommodations.
- Ocular and functional tests of reflectors, mirrors, windshield wipers, lamps, tires, and signal devices.
- Side slip, steering, brake, speedometer, exhaust emission, and headlight tests with specified standards.
- Additional safety systems inspections such as buffer, fuel, and electrical systems.
- Use of treadmill dynamometer for emission durability and performance testing.
- Pit inspections for undercarriage and fluid leakage.
- Other inspections including angle and sound level measurements.
Inspection/Test Fees
- Accredited shops may charge inspection/testing fees authorized by the LTO Assistant Secretary.
Reporting Requirements
- Monthly statistical reports are mandated to be submitted electronically to the LTO Accreditation Committee.
Issuance of Motor Vehicle Inspection Certificate
- Only vehicles passing the prescribed inspections receive an MVIC, an official LTO accountable form.
Signage Requirements for Accredited Shops
- Accredited shops must display a 0.60m x 1.50m signboard with the shop name, accreditation number, and LTO accreditation statement before certificate receipt.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
- Administrative fines escalate from Php 10,000 for the first offense, Php 30,000 for the second, and Php 50,000 plus accreditation cancellation for the third offense.
- Violations include failure to comply with inspection standards or laws, falsification of documents, and other breaches.
Effectivity
- The guidelines take effect 30 days after publication, ensuring compliance and uniform enforcement of imported used vehicle inspection standards.