Do you need to have a salvaged or rebuilt vehicle certified?
CVTO inspects salvaged and rebuilt vehicles to verify their compliance before they are returned to the road.
Before your appointment, make sure you have all the required documents.
Before your inspection
1- Prepare your application file
All documents must be complete, legible and correspond to the vehicle presented.
2- Prepare the vehicle
Repairs, alignment, body measurements and any other applicable work must be completed.
3- Call us to book an appointment
The vehicle and documentation will be verified as part of the certification process.
Required documents
Download and review the guides before beginning repairs. They include the documents and useful examples needed to prepare your file.
Salvaged vehicle — Complete list
• DCVR form (In French only)
• Insurer’s repair estimate
• Purchase invoice for the damaged vehicle
• 4 colour photos before rebuilding
• Wheel alignment report
• Frame measurements according to manufacturer specifications
• Invoices for major parts
• Photos / certifications required depending on the work performed
Rebuilt vehicle — Checklist
• DCVR form (In French only)
• Ownership
• Wheel alignment report
• Frame measurements according to manufacturer specifications
Examples of acceptable documents
These examples help clients clearly understand the type of documentation they need to prepare.
• Photos before the rebuild
• Wheel alignment report
• Manufacturer measurements