NTSA to inspect vehicles older than 4 years annually from July 1, 2026
In a public notice issued today, June 26, 2026, NTSA said the inspections will be conducted at its designated centres in accordance with Section 55 of the Traffic Act (Cap 403).
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has announced that motor vehicles older than four years will be subjected to annual inspections at its centres beginning July 1, 2026, in a move aimed at improving road safety.
In a public notice issued today, June 26, 2026, NTSA said the inspections will be conducted at its designated centres in accordance with Section 55 of the Traffic Act (Cap 403).
Vehicle owners whose cars are more than four years old from the recorded date of manufacture have been directed to book inspection appointments through the NTSA service portal available on the eCitizen platform.
The notice, signed by NTSA Director General Eng. Nashon Kondiwa, however, clarified that enforcement of mandatory inspections for private motor vehicles has not yet commenced and that the public will be informed when implementation begins.
“Enforcement of mandatory inspection of private motor vehicles shall be communicated to the public in due course,” the Authority said.
NTSA noted that inspections for school transport vehicles and commercial service vehicles will continue at its inspection centres as required by law.
School transport operators and school administrators have been urged to ensure vehicles used to transport children are roadworthy and possess valid inspection stickers. Similarly, owners of commercial service vehicles have been directed to comply with inspection requirements to avoid disruptions.
The Authority said law enforcement officers will verify the authenticity and validity of inspection stickers using the NTSA mobile application, which is available free of charge.
NTSA further indicated that enforcement of additional safety requirements for school and commercial transport vehicles will be announced later.
These include the installation of reflectorised red stop mechanical signal arms and telematic systems in school transport vehicles, as well as telematic systems and underride protection devices for commercial service vehicles.
The authority also warned motorists against seeking inspection services from unauthorised providers, stressing that it has not licensed any private entity to conduct motor vehicle inspections.
NTSA also urged members of the public to report individuals purporting to fast-track or influence its services through unofficial channels to the nearest NTSA office, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), or through its designated reporting platforms.
