How the Livery Vehicle Inspection Process Works in Calgary

If you plan to drive for Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare or livery service in Calgary, your vehicle must pass a Livery Vehicle Inspection before you can operate legally. Municipal and provincial regulations require this inspection to confirm the vehicle meets safety, mechanical, and operational standards for commercial passenger use.

Goldstar Auto guides you through the livery inspection process step by step, helping you meet all requirements efficiently and without unnecessary delays.

Step 1: Ensure Your Vehicle Meets Livery Requirements

Before booking your inspection, your vehicle should be:

• In good mechanical condition

• Free of warning lights or unresolved safety issues

• Equipped with properly functioning brakes, lights, tires, and steering components

Rideshare platforms may have additional eligibility rules (such as vehicle age or model), which are separate from the inspection itself.

Step 2: Book a Livery Vehicle Inspection with a Licensed Facility

Livery inspections must be completed by a licensed Alberta Transportation inspection facility. Goldstar Auto is authorized to perform livery vehicle inspections required for rideshare and commercial passenger use.

No registry paperwork is typically required before the inspection, but you should bring:

• Government-issued photo ID

• Vehicle registration

• Any platform-specific inspection form (if provided by Uber or Lyft)

Step 3: Vehicle Inspection by Certified Technicians

During the livery inspection, our certified technicians assess key safety and mechanical components, including:

• Braking system

• Steering and suspension

• Tires and wheels

• Lights, signals, and mirrors

• Seatbelts and required safety equipment

• General vehicle condition and roadworthiness

The inspection confirms the vehicle meets standards for commercial passenger transportation.

Step 4: Inspection Results

If the Vehicle Passes

• You receive a completed inspection report or certificate

• The inspection can be submitted to your rideshare or livery platform

• You can proceed with onboarding or continue operating legally

If the Vehicle Does Not Pass

• You’ll receive a clear list of deficiencies

• Repairs must be completed before re-inspection

• Only failed items typically need to be rechecked

Step 5: Submit to Your Rideshare or Livery Platform

Once your inspection is complete:

• Upload or submit the inspection documentation to Uber, Lyft, or your livery authority

• Platform approval timelines vary and are controlled by the service provider

• Passing the inspection does not guarantee platform acceptance, but it is a mandatory requirement