Kentucky law requires all vehicles purchased in another state to be inspected by the Sheriff in the county where the vehicle is to be licensed.

WHY DO I NEED AN INSPECTION?

An out-of-state inspection is only required when a vehicle is brought into Kentucky from another state or purchased in another state, and whereas the owner is going to reside in Muhlenberg County, and would like to obtain a Muhlenberg County license plate. Your vehicle must comply with the provisions of KRS Chapter 189 pertaining to vehicle equipment. Simply put, your vehicle must be in a safe condition for operation upon the highway and capable of transporting both persons and contents in a safe manner. This would include, but not limited to, the brakes, steering, headlights, horn, rear lights, brake lights, mirrors in place, and turn signals in place and fully operable. Additionally, all window glass must be in place and the vehicle must be equipped with operable front windshield wipers.

WHAT WILL BE INSPECTED?

A Muhlenberg County Deputy or other certified vehicle inspector will check the vehicle identification number (VIN) and compare it to the number on the vehicle’s Title or Certificate of Origin. This information, along with the vehicle’s mileage (visible on the odometer), is recorded on a Kentucky Application for Certificate of Title/Registration Form. After the vehicle has passed inspection you must then take this completed form to the Muhlenberg County Clerk’s Office located in the court house. Their office hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday-Friday.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

• Vehicle Title or Certificate of Origin
• Your Drivers License (must be KY)

LOCATIONS TO GET AN INSPECTION:

Muhlenberg County Sheriff’s Office
100 South Main Street Greenville, KY 42345

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q: What if I don’t have a title?
Then you will need to go to the Muhlenberg County Clerk’s Office at 100 South Main St., Greenville, Ky. 42345. Their office hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday-Friday.

Q: Do I need my insurance card?
Not for the inspection, but the clerk’s office needs an insurance card to register or transfer the vehicle. Note: if you drive the vehicle on the roadway to the Sheriff’s Office for the inspection you must have valid insurance on the vehicle.

Q: May I use a driver’s permit?
No, a valid operator’s license is required when inspecting a car or truck. However, when having a motorcycle inspected a motorcycle operator’s license or permit it acceptable.

Q: Does my vehicle have to be brought to the Sheriff’s Office?
Yes. 

Q: Can I get my vehicle inspected in all types of weather?
Torrential rains, severe weather, lightning, hail, or other potentially dangerous weather conditions may cause a delay in the inspection process.

*We must visibly locate the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to complete the inspection. The VIN is normally located on the dash of the vehicle. Before the inspection begins please locate your VIN and make sure it matches your title. PLEASE ASSIST THE INSPECTOR BY HAVING THE DASH AREA FREE OF DEBRIS, PAPERS, ETC