Virginia Travel Trailer Inspection?
The VA DMV states that trailers over 3k gross weight that have brakes must be inspected yearly. Does anyone have experience with this process? Any suggestions on who would perform this service? Certai...
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naturist wrote:
Every year. Just got a fresh 5/15 sticker put on mine the other day. And for what it is worth, every vehicle that travels the highways in this state (save for "FARM USE") has to be inspected annually, not just trailers over 3,000 lbs or with brakes. It's for trailers under, cars, trucks, motorcycles, everything. Obviously what they check varies with the vehicle, but you gotta go get 'er done. Every year.
That is not a true Statement go to Virginia State Policy - Safety Division and look at the frequently asked questions:
I have a small trailer and I would like to know if it is required to be inspected.
It depends. If the "actual gross weight" is 3,000 pounds or more, it is required to have brakes and is required to be inspected. (The "actual gross weight" is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of any load that the trailer is carrying.) If the "actual gross weight" is less than 3,000 pounds, it is not required to be inspected; however, any trailer under 3,000 that is equipped with brakes is also required to be inspected.
