DOT inspection needed on trailer with current DOT inspection!

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by Charlie42, Oct 17, 2022.

  1. Charlie42

    Charlie42 Light Load Member

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    I can’t seem to find any useful information, so asking here. Bought a trailer with that was inspected a month ago. Does it need a fresh inspection with change of ownership or does the 1 year continue from the last inspection? Thanks:)
     
    Charlie42, Oct 17, 2022
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    DRTDEVL Road Train Member

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    An inspection is an inspection. As long as you have the paperwork for the inspection, its good to go, even upon transfer of ownership.
     
    DRTDEVL, Oct 17, 2022
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    ZVar Road Train Member

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    While @DRTDEVL is 100% correct, do you really want to pull a trailer some random other person inspected?
    While not legally required, you should get an inspection done from a reputable shop so you know everything is good.
     
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    Jacoooooooo Heavy Load Member

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    No need to redo.
     
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    Give it a full dot inspection with your eyes atleast once a week... although legally you are supposed to everyday
     
    D.Tibbitt, Nov 1, 2022
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