According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, you can expect the following items in your passenger car to be checked during your inspection:

– Horn
– Windshield wipers
– Mirror
– Steering
– Seat belts
– Brakes (system) (parking—beginning with 1960 models)
– Tires
– Wheel assembly
– Exhaust system
– Exhaust emission system (beginning with 1968 models)
– Hi-beam indicator (beginning with 1948 models)
– Tail lamps (2); (1) if 1959 model or earlier
– Stop lamps (3) 1986 and newer; (2) if 1960-1985; (1) if 1959 model or earlier
– License plate lamp (1)
– Rear red reflectors (2)
– Turn signal lamps (beginning with 1960 models)¿ 
– Head lamps (2)
– Motor, serial, or vehicle identification number
– Gas caps on vehicles 2 – 24 model years old
– Window tint.

Everything is expected to work properly and meet adequate safety standards. Windows cannot be tinted a red or amber color, or to less than 25% light transmittance. Seatbelts cannot be frayed or loose. All lights and lamps must be working properly. If you have any questions on the process, give us a call! We’ll give you the information you need.