Virginia law requires rebuilt salvage vehicles to undergo a state safety inspection and a detailed examination by the Department before a title is issued. The process includes reviewing prior images, parts, and vehicle identification details to prevent theft and fraud. Certain long-standing, licensed rebuilders may be exempt from the examination process.
The vehicle must pass a state safety inspection and undergo an examination by the Department, including review of prior images and documentation, before a title is issued.
Yes, if the rebuild was done by a licensed person for at least 10 years without penalties and the vehicle is at least 10 years old, it may be exempt.
The Department may charge a fee of $125 per vehicle for the examination process.
No, the examination is an anti-theft and anti-fraud measure and does not certify the vehicle's safety or roadworthiness.