What will they check and what should you pay special attention to?
For all stations, motorcycle inspection occurs according to general standards. Experts pay attention to:
- the brake system, since this is the main thing that must be in good condition;
- steering performance;
- operation of lighting devices;
- tires that, within the framework of a single standard, should not be worn out;
- operation of the sound signal;
- functioning of turn signals;
Additionally, the specialist looks to:
- the vehicle was in a clean condition, since inspection of a dirty vehicle is strictly unacceptable;
- there were no cracks on the license plate or glass;
- the driver had a helmet;
- There was no tinting installed on the windows, various distracting “chips” and raincoats.
The next stage is insurance
As soon as the card is in hand, the motorcycle owner needs to obtain an insurance policy. This will help to avoid unnecessary costs in the event of a possible traffic accident. By the way, it can also be obtained by proxy. Another argument in favor of MTPL insurance is that in the absence of insurance, any traffic police officer will simply issue a fine.
The process of obtaining insurance is simple:
- After choosing an insurer, you need to come and bring your passport, diagnostic card, registration certificate, and driver’s license.
- Next you need to pay the receipts.
- After payment, insurance is issued immediately.
How to get there: step-by-step instructions
Passing a motorcycle motor vehicle inspection is not as difficult as it might seem. Here are step-by-step instructions for your attention:
- Wash the vehicle. As already mentioned, the vehicle must be in clean condition. Before visiting the inspection point, you can check whether they provide washing services.
- Select a station and agree on a time. Since not all points carry out inspections, you must select a point on the official RSA portal. The search for a station on the portal is carried out by city or operator.
- Pay the state fee. You can make payment at the station. Special terminals have been installed for this purpose. Payment is also accepted at the office of any financial company.
- Present the motorcycle. Provide transport for a full inspection.
- Get the document. Based on the results of the examination, obtain a diagnostic card form.
Important! The document number is automatically entered into the unified EAISTO database. Before leaving, you need to check your details on the single portal. The request is generated by VIN number or state registration plate.
Passage procedure
A diagnostic card is issued for a motorcycle that meets the established requirements - serviceable, safe, equipped with the necessary systems. Proper preparation, adherence to deadlines and high-quality maintenance of the equipment will make the inspection quick and calm. Inspection for ATVs, snowmobiles and scooters follows identical requirements.
Documentation
For all regions of the country, the list of documents provided is the same. You must present originals of the following documents:
- Russian Federation passport;
- PTS or vehicle certificate;
- Receipt confirming payment for technical inspection of one motorcycle;
- If it is not the owner who provides it, a power of attorney (plus a copy);
- Permission to make changes, if any.
Attention! Since 2021, they have stopped requiring a medical certificate about the driver’s health status. The power of attorney can be written “by hand”, indicating the passport details of both parties, information about the motorcycle, a list of permitted actions (for example, driving, undergoing an inspection, etc.). Signatures of the owner and authorized representative are required. A stroller is provided if its availability is indicated in the vehicle title.
What they check
For motorcycles (with and without a sidecar), the list of systems has not changed in 2021. The vehicle is placed on a special platform. Availability and serviceability are important:
- brake mechanisms;
- lighting fixtures;
- fuel and engine oil supply systems;
- signaling devices;
- wheels (tires, tread pattern, correct dimensions).
The dispatcher checks the composition of the vehicle exhaust for compliance with established standards. License plates must be present, clearly legible, and undamaged.
The location of all motorcycle design mechanisms must correspond to those stated in the documents. If a specialist discovers changes (malfunctions, improvements, additional devices), the owner is given 21 days to obtain the appropriate permits. After the expiration of the period, you must start the procedure again.
Where can I go
The owner contacts the traffic police,
accredited station or an official dealer of your equipment. You should definitely check the company through the lists of RSA (Russian Union of Automobile Insurance Companies). They choose any convenient organization; there is no connection to the region of registration.
The result of the maintenance is displayed in the diagnostic card. The certification of a licensed expert and the seal of the inspection station are required.
Attention! After receiving the document, you should check it through the EAISTO Gostekhnadzor database. Without this, further actions (issuing a policy, for example) are impossible, and the card is not considered valid.
Documentation
You can undergo an examination and receive a diagnostic card form only after providing a complete package of documents.
You should prepare:
- owner's passport;
- driver license;
- registration certificate or other document confirming ownership of the vehicle;
- power of attorney, if it is not the owner who is responsible for obtaining maintenance;
- receipt for payment of state duty.
All listed documents must be presented in originals. Otherwise, the technical inspection will be refused.
Important! If the vehicle passport states that the motorcycle is used with a sidecar, then this will also need to be provided. These rules are the same for everyone and the maintenance officer does not take into account whether you use it or not.
Technical Inspection Requirements
Table. Requirements for technical inspection of vehicles of certain categories
| Vehicle categories 1 | |||||||||
| M1 | N1 | M2 | N2 | M3 | N3 | O1, O2 | O3, O4 | L | |
| I. Brake systems | |||||||||
| 1. Indicators of the effectiveness of the braking system and stability of the trolleybus must comply with the requirements of paragraphs 1.2 - 1.5 of Appendix No. 8 of the technical regulations of the Customs Union “On the safety of wheeled vehicles” TR CU 018/2011, approved by decision of the Customs Union Commission dated December 9, 2011 N 877 ( hereinafter referred to as TR TS 018/2011) | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | — |
| 2. When checking on stands, a relative difference in the braking forces of the wheels of the axle is allowed in accordance with paragraph 1.4 of Appendix No. 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | — |
| 3. The working brake system of road trains with a pneumatic brake drive must be operational in emergency (automatic) braking mode | — | — | X | X | X | X | — | X | — |
| 4. Leaks of compressed air from wheel brake chambers are not allowed | — | — | X | X | X | X | — | X | — |
| 5. Leaks of brake fluid, violations of the tightness of pipelines or connections in the hydraulic brake drive are not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 6. Corrosion that threatens loss of tightness or destruction is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 7. Mechanical damage to brake lines is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 8. The presence of parts with cracks or residual deformation in the brake drive is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 9. Signaling and control means for brake systems, pressure gauges for pneumatic and pneumohydraulic brake drives, and a device for fixing the parking brake system control must be operational | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 10. Swelling of brake hoses under pressure, the presence of cracks on them and visible points of chafing are not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 11. The location and length of the connecting hoses of the pneumatic brake drive of road trains must prevent them from being damaged during mutual movements of the tractor and trailer (semi-trailer) | — | — | X | X | X | X | X | X | — |
| II. Steering | |||||||||
| 12. The change in force when turning the steering wheel should be smooth throughout the entire range of its angle of rotation. Inoperability of the vehicle's power steering (if equipped on the vehicle) is not permitted. | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 13. Spontaneous rotation of the steering wheel with power steering from the neutral position when the engine is running is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 14. The total play in the steering should not exceed the limit values established by the vehicle manufacturer, and in the absence of the specified data - the limit values specified in paragraph 2.3 of Appendix No. 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 15. Damage and absence of fastening parts of the steering column and steering gear housing, as well as increased mobility of steering gear parts relative to each other or the body (frame), not provided for by the vehicle manufacturer (in the operational documentation), are not allowed. Threaded connections must be tightened and secured in the manner specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Play in the connections of the steering axle arms and steering rod joints is not allowed. The steering column locking device with the adjustable steering wheel must be operational | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 16. The use of parts with traces of residual deformation, cracks and other defects in the steering mechanism and steering drive is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 17. The maximum rotation of the steering wheel should be limited only by devices provided for by the design of the vehicle | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| III. External lighting devices | |||||||||
| 18. On vehicles, the use of lighting and light signaling devices is determined by the requirements of Table 6a GOST R 51709-2001 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 19. Destruction and lack of diffusers of lighting devices are not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 20. Brake signals (main and additional) must be turned on when the controls of the service and emergency brake systems are acted upon and operate in constant mode | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 21. Adjustment angles and luminous intensity of headlights must comply with the requirements of paragraphs 4.3.4 - 4.3.11 GOST R 51709-2001 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 22. Changing the location and dismantling of headlights and signal lights provided for by the design of the vehicle is not allowed 2 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 23. Light sources in headlights must comply with the requirements of paragraph 3.8.2 of Appendix N 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| IV. Windshield wipers and washers | |||||||||
| 24. The vehicle must be equipped with at least one windshield wiper and at least one windshield washer nozzle | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 25. The windshield washer must supply liquid to the glass cleaning areas | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 26. Windshield wipers and washers must be operational | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| V. Tires and wheels | |||||||||
| 27. The height of the tire tread pattern must comply with the requirements of paragraph 5.6 of Appendix N 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 28. A tire is considered unsuitable for use in the following cases: the presence of a section of the tread on which the height of the tread pattern along the entire length is less than the length specified in paragraph 26. The size of the section is limited to a rectangle, the width of which is not more than half the width of the tread, and the length is equal to 1/6 of the tire circumference (corresponding to the length of the arc, the chord of which is equal to the radius of the tire), if the section is located in the middle of the tread. In case of uneven tire wear, several areas with different wear are taken into account, the total area of which has the same value; the appearance of one wear indicator (a protrusion along the bottom of the groove of the treadmill, the height of which corresponds to the minimum permissible height of the tire tread pattern) with uniform wear, or 2 indicators in each of the 2 sections with uneven wear of the treadmill; replacing spool valves with plugs, plugs and other devices; local damage to tires (punctures, swelling, through and non-through cuts), which expose the cord, as well as local tread peeling | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 29. The absence of at least one bolt or nut securing disks and wheel rims is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 30. The presence of cracks on disks and wheel rims, as well as traces of their elimination by welding, is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 31. Visible violations of the shape and size of the mounting holes in the wheel rims are not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 32. Installation on one axle of a vehicle of tires of different sizes, designs (radial, diagonal, tubed, tubeless), models, with different tread patterns, frost-resistant and non-frost-resistant, new and reconditioned, new and with an in-depth tread pattern is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| VI. Engine and its systems | |||||||||
| 33. The content of pollutants in the exhaust gases of vehicles must comply with the requirements of paragraphs 9.1 and 9.2 of Appendix No. 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 34. Leaking and dripping of fuel in the power supply system of gasoline and diesel engines is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 35. Fuel tank shut-off devices and fuel shut-off devices must be operational | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 36. The power supply system of vehicles designed to operate on compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas must be sealed. For vehicles equipped with such a power system, their passport data, including the date of the current subsequent inspection, must be marked on the outer surface of the gas cylinders. It is not allowed to use gas cylinders whose periodic inspection period has expired. | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 37. The noise level of the vehicle exhaust system must comply with the requirements of paragraph 9.9 of Appendix N 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| VII. Other structural elements | |||||||||
| 38. The vehicle must be equipped with rear-view mirrors that provide fields of vision in accordance with Table 10 of GOST R 51709-2001. If it is not possible to see through the rear windows of passenger cars, it is necessary to install external rear-view mirrors on both sides | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 39. It is not allowed to have additional objects or coverings that limit visibility from the driver’s seat (with the exception of rear-view mirrors, windshield wiper parts, external and radio antennas applied or built into the glass, heating elements of windshield defrosting and drying devices). At the top of the windshield it is allowed to mount a strip of transparent color film with a width that meets the requirements of paragraph 4.3 of Appendix N 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 40. The light transmission of the windshield and glass through which forward visibility is provided for the driver must comply with the requirements of paragraph 4.3 of Appendix No. 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 41. The presence of cracks on the windshields of vehicles in the area where the windshield wiper cleans the half of the glass located on the driver’s side is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 42. Body or cabin door locks, adjustment mechanisms and locking devices for driver and passenger seats, windshield heating and defogging devices and the anti-theft device provided by the vehicle manufacturer must be operational. | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 43. Locks on the sides of the cargo platform and locks on the necks of tanks must be operational. | — | X | — | X | — | X | X | X | — |
| 44. The emergency door switch and the stop signal must be operational | — | — | X | — | X | — | — | — | — |
| 45. Emergency exits and devices for actuating them, interior lighting devices, door control drives and alarm systems must be operational | — | — | X | — | X | — | — | — | — |
| 46. The vehicle must be equipped with an audible warning device in working condition. An audible warning device must produce a continuous and monotonous sound when its control is activated. | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 47. Emergency exits must be marked and have signs containing the rules for their use. Clear access to emergency exits must be provided | — | — | X | — | X | — | — | — | — |
| 48. Rear and side protective devices must comply with the requirements of paragraph 8 of Appendix N 8 to TR CU 018/2011 | — | — | — | X | — | X | — | X | — |
| 49. The fifth-wheel coupling lock of tractor-trailer vehicles must close automatically after coupling. Manual and automatic locking of the fifth wheel coupling must prevent spontaneous disengagement of the tractor and semi-trailer. Deformations, ruptures, cracks and other visible damage to the coupling king pin, king pin socket, base plate, towing hook, ball of the towing device, cracks, destruction, including local ones, or absence of parts of coupling devices and their fastenings are not allowed | — | — | — | X | — | X | — | — | — |
| 50. Single-axle trailers (with the exception of flares) and trailers not equipped with a service braking system must be equipped with safety devices (chains, cables) that must be operational. The length of the safety chains (cables) must prevent contact of the drawbar coupling loop with the road surface and at the same time ensure control of the trailer in the event of a breakage (breakage) of the towbar. Safety chains (cables) must not be attached to parts of the towbar or its fastening parts. | — | — | — | — | — | — | X | — | — |
| 51. Trailers (with the exception of single-axle and loose trailers) must be equipped with a device that supports the drawbar coupling loop in a position that facilitates coupling and uncoupling with the towing vehicle. Deformations of the trailer coupling loop or drawbar that grossly violate their position relative to the longitudinal central plane of symmetry of the trailer, ruptures, cracks and other visible damage to the trailer coupling loop or drawbar are not allowed. | — | — | — | — | — | X | X | — | |
| 52. Longitudinal play in backlash-free towing devices with a traction fork for a tractor coupled to a trailer is not allowed | — | — | X | X | X | X | — | X | — |
| 53. Towing devices must ensure backlash-free coupling of the locking device nuts with the ball. Spontaneous release is not allowed | X | X | — | — | — | — | X | — | — |
| 54. The requirements stipulated in paragraph 6.8 of Appendix No. 8 to TR CU 018/2011 apply to the dimensional characteristics of coupling devices | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | — |
| 55. Vehicles must be equipped with seat belts. Seat belts must not have the following defects: a tear on the strap visible to the naked eye; the lock does not fix the “tongue” of the strap or does not release it after pressing the button of the locking device; the strap does not extend or retract into the retractor (reel); when the belt strap is pulled sharply, it is not ensured that it is not pulled out (blocked) from the retractor (reel) | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 56. Vehicles must be equipped with a warning triangle | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 57. Vehicles must be equipped with at least 2 wheel chocks | — | — | — | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 58. Vehicles of categories M1 and N must be equipped with at least one powder or halon fire extinguisher with a capacity of at least 2 liters, vehicles of categories M2 and M3 - 2 fire extinguishers, one of which must be located in the driver’s cabin, and the second in the passenger compartment (body). Fire extinguishers must be sealed, and they must indicate the expiration date, which should not be completed at the time of inspection | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 59. Handrails on buses, a spare wheel, batteries, seats, as well as fire extinguishers and a first aid kit on vehicles equipped with devices for their fastening must be securely fastened in places provided for by the design of the vehicle | — | — | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 60. On vehicles equipped with mechanisms for longitudinal adjustment of the position of the cushion and the angle of the seat back or a mechanism for moving the seat (for boarding and disembarking passengers), these mechanisms must be operational. Upon termination of regulation or use, these mechanisms should be automatically blocked | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — |
| 61. Vehicles with a technically permissible maximum weight of over 7.5 tons must be equipped with wheel-mounted mud protection devices. The width of these devices must be no less than the width of the tires used | — | — | — | X | — | X | — | X | — |
| 62. The vertical static load on the vehicle’s traction device from the chain loop of a single-axle trailer (drop trailer) in running order must comply with the requirements of paragraph 2.3 of Appendix No. 5 to TR CU 018/2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | X | X | — |
| 63. The spare wheel holder, winch and spare wheel lifting and lowering mechanism must be operational. The ratcheting device of the winch must clearly fix the drum with the fastening rope | — | — | X | X | X | X | — | X | — |
| 64. Mechanisms for raising and lowering supports and latches for the transport position of supports, designed to prevent their spontaneous lowering when the vehicle is moving, must be operational | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | X | — |
| 65. Dropping, repeated at intervals of more than 20 drops per minute, of oils and working fluids from the engine, gearbox, final drives, rear axle, clutch, battery, cooling and air conditioning systems and additional hydraulic devices installed on vehicles is not allowed | X | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | X |
| 66. Each vehicle of categories M and N must be provided with places for installing one front and one rear state registration plate. On vehicles of categories L and O, places for installing one rear state registration plate must be provided. The place for installing the state registration plate must be a flat vertical surface and must be located in such a way that the state registration plate is not blocked by structural elements of the vehicle. At the same time, state registration plates must not reduce the angles of the front and rear overhangs of the vehicle, cover external light and signaling devices, or protrude beyond the side dimensions of the vehicle. The state registration plate must be installed along the axis of symmetry of the vehicle or to the left of it in the direction of movement of the vehicle | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| 67. On vehicles equipped with devices or systems for calling emergency operational services, such devices or systems must be operational and comply with the requirements of paragraph 118 of Appendix N 10 to TR CU 018/2011 | X | X | X | X | X | — | — | — | — |
Fines for absence
A motorcycle inspection is required to purchase compulsory motor liability insurance. It is this document that confirms that the vehicle is in good condition and can travel on state roads.
In the absence of a document, insurers may legally refuse to issue a policy.
As for traffic police officers, according to the changes, they cannot check the relevance of the document. Having stopped the driver, they can only check the transport documents and insurance policy.
Important! It is necessary to understand that insurers may refuse to pay compensation if the driver’s maintenance form is expired. Therefore, there is no need to take risks, since the cost of the inspection service is minimal.
What to do with the diagnostic card
In order not to be left without an MTPL policy, you need to issue a diagnostic card in advance. The procedure for inspecting a motorcycle by an expert will take no more than 1-2 hours, and the card will be issued immediately upon application by the citizen. The received document must be presented to a specialist from the insurance company. If the policy is issued through an online service, the form must indicate the required details of the diagnostic card (series, number and date of issue).
Having received the diagnostic card, the motorcycle owner will be able to use it for the following purposes:
- to issue an MTPL policy;
- to confirm the technical serviceability of vehicles upon sale;
- to prove innocence in an accident if the collision was caused by a motorcycle malfunction that was missed by the expert during diagnosis.
The diagnostic card is not included in the list of documents that the driver must have with him while driving. Consequently, the traffic police representative cannot require the presentation of this document when stopping on the road, or when registering an accident.
During the registration of the policy, the presentation of a diagnostic card that is not included in the EAISTO database may be established. Often, scammers place advertisements for technical inspections at reduced prices, but hand over a document that does not allow you to obtain a compulsory motor liability insurance policy. In this case, insurance will be denied, and the driver will have to apply for a technical inspection again.
The diagnostic card may be invalidated if at the time of the examination the expert was not a member of the SRO. If such cases are identified, it may also be necessary to undergo repeated diagnostics, since without membership in the SRO, the expert is deprived of the right to provide such services.
What is the price
It was already noted above that categories of citizens with benefits are served free of charge. In other cases, the cost of the inspection differs in some way. It all depends on the region and type of motorcycle. On average in Russia, a performance check costs 900–1,000 rubles.
If a second inspection is necessary, State Traffic Inspectorate employees must carry it out free of charge, but companies usually charge an additional approximately 30-50 percent of the tariff.
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Do you need a motorcycle inspection?
The situation with the need for a technical inspection for a motorcycle at first glance may seem rather ambiguous: on the one hand, the traffic police inspector has no grounds for a fine if the technical inspection is not passed, but on the other hand, without a completed diagnostic card it is impossible to issue an MTPL policy, without which, in turn, , the vehicle will not be registered with the traffic police and will not be issued license plates.
Thus, the conclusion suggests itself that it is still necessary to undergo a technical inspection, because although there are no direct grounds for a fine, there are indirect ones - the absence of an MTPL policy is punishable by a penalty of 500 rubles: this is if the driver forgot the document, for example, at home. If insurance is not taken out at all, the fine may be 800 rubles. A motorcycle purchased less than three years ago is not subject to maintenance. If the vehicle is between 3 and 7 years old, a technical inspection is carried out every two years. A motorcycle over seven years old should be taken for inspection annually.
