Requirement for Certificate of Roadworthiness
- Owners must submit a Certification of Roadworthiness for eligible units.
- Certification is to be issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
- The issuance of the certificate is subject to compliance with the Motor Vehicle Inspection System (MVIS).
Effect of Non-Compliance
- Failure to submit the required Certificate of Roadworthiness will result in the disallowance of confirmation for the unit concerned.
- This effectively prohibits operation of the affected public utility bus units.
Supersession of Previous Issuances
- This Memorandum Circular supersedes all previous issuances that are inconsistent with its provisions.
Effective Date and Authority
- The circular took effect on April 1, 2006.
- Issued under authority of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB).
- Signed by the Chairperson and Board Members of the LTFRB.
Legal Framework and Compliance
- The measure is in implementation of directives issued by the Department of Transportation and Communications dated January 13 and 20, 2006.
- It enjoins the Board to enforce roadworthiness standards despite earlier Department Orders and Memorandum Circulars that may have provided otherwise.
Purpose and Policy
- The primary objective is to protect and benefit the riding public by ensuring that older PUB units meet safety and roadworthiness standards as per the MVIS.
- Ensures that only compliant vehicles are permitted to operate, enhancing public safety and service quality.