Need a safety certificate in Toronto? NextGen Auto Experts Inc. performs Ontario Safety Standards Certificate inspections at our shop at 20 Taber Road in Etobicoke. Whether you are selling a car, buying a used vehicle privately or bringing a car from another province, we inspect it thoroughly, explain the results clearly and issue your certificate when the vehicle passes.
No upselling and no surprises. If something fails, we show you why, give you a written estimate and let you decide.
What Is an Ontario Safety Standards Certificate?
A Safety Standards Certificate (SSC) confirms that a vehicle met the minimum safety standards set by the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario on the day it was inspected. It is issued only by an MTO-licensed Motor Vehicle Inspection Station following a full MTO safety inspection in Toronto. The certificate is valid for 36 days from the inspection date and is needed to register a used vehicle and get plates.
When Do You Need a Safety Certificate for a Car Ownership Transfer in Ontario?
You need a safety certificate for a car ownership transfer in Ontario when:
- You buy a used vehicle and want to put your plates on it
- You bring a vehicle into Ontario from another province or country
- You re-brand a salvage vehicle as rebuilt (along with a structural inspection)
- A dealer or private seller sells a vehicle "certified"
- You transfer a vehicle between family members (in some cases)
Our Used Vehicle Safety Check in Toronto — What We Inspect
Our safety inspection in Toronto follows the MTO standard and covers every system that affects safe operation. A used car safety in Toronto inspection includes:
- Brakes: pads, rotors, drums, lines, hoses and parking brake
- Steering and suspension: ball joints, tie rods, bushings, shocks and struts
- Tires and wheels: tread depth, damage and wheel condition
- Lights, signals, horn, wipers and windshield
- Body and frame: corrosion, sharp edges and structural integrity
- Exhaust system, fuel system leaks and emissions-related components
- Seat belts, airbags warning lamp, mirrors and door latches
- Instruments and dashboard warning lights
Car Safety Certificate Cost in Ontario
The car safety certificate cost in Ontario depends on the type of vehicle and the inspection required. The inspection fee is fixed and quoted up front. If repairs are needed to pass, you will receive an itemised estimate first. You can have us complete the work, which is usually same day for common items such as brakes, bulbs and wipers, or take the car elsewhere. Call 416-742-0020 for today’s price.
Vehicle Safety Inspection Etobicoke — Safety Standards Certificate Near Me
If you are searching for a safety standards certificate near me, our vehicle safety inspection in Etobicoke serves drivers from across Toronto and the GTA. We are close to Highways 427, 27, 401 and 409. Book ahead and most inspections are completed while you wait. If your vehicle needs work to pass, our mechanics, tire technicians and electrical specialists are right here.
Signs You Need Safety Standards Certificate Service
- You are buying a used car privately
- You are selling and want to offer the car "certified"
- You moved to Ontario with your vehicle
- Your salvage vehicle has passed its structural inspection
- You want peace of mind before a long road trip
