If you are searching for a DOT truck inspection near you in South Florida, Truck Inspectors provides mobile annual FMCSA inspections at your business, fleet yard, jobsite or other suitable location. We inspect individual commercial vehicles and fleets by appointment.
Need a Mobile DOT Inspection?
Send us the inspection location, number of vehicles and preferred date. We will review your request and contact you to confirm availability.
Where We Provide Mobile DOT Inspections
Our regular service area is centered in Palm Beach County and extends through Broward County and North Miami. Fleet appointments are also available in Martin and St. Lucie counties. Routes are scheduled to keep mobile service practical and dependable, so availability varies by location and fleet size.
| Area | Typical Availability |
|---|---|
| Palm Beach County | Our primary service area, with appointments generally available Monday through Saturday. |
| Broward County and North Miami | Served through a regular Monday mobile route. |
| Martin and St. Lucie counties | Fleet appointments are available by appointment. Send the location and vehicle count so we can evaluate scheduling. |
| Elsewhere in Florida | Large fleet, corporate and special projects may be considered when the size and schedule make travel practical. This is not a regular statewide travel service. |
Our inspection service area page provides the most current route information. If your location is near the edge of the regular corridor, submit the address and vehicle count rather than assuming you are outside the service area.
Do We Inspect One Truck or Only Fleets?
We work with owner-operators, small businesses, contractors, transportation providers and large commercial fleets. A single qualifying pickup, box truck or tractor may be a practical appointment within our regular service area. Larger fleet appointments are planned around the number and type of vehicles, their location and the customer’s operating schedule.
We also have experience working with companies that operate hundreds of units. Large projects may require coordinated inspection days, organized vehicle staging and a designated fleet contact, but fleet size itself is not a problem. Corporate and multi-location customers should contact us with the scope of the project so we can determine what is practical.
What Types of Commercial Vehicles Do We Inspect?
Trucks and Power Units
Truck tractors, straight trucks, box trucks, dump trucks, service trucks, pickup trucks, landscape vehicles, vacuum trucks and other commercial power units.
Trailers
Dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, lowboys, landscape trailers, equipment trailers, semitrailers and other commercial trailers.
Buses and Passenger Vehicles
Charter buses, school buses, shuttle buses, limousines, vans and other qualifying commercial passenger vehicles.
Specialized Equipment
Commercial vehicles with specialized bodies or equipment can usually be inspected when the applicable components are accessible and the vehicle can be safely evaluated.
Not sure whether your vehicle actually requires a periodic inspection? Start with our guide: Does My Truck Need an Annual DOT Inspection?
What Is an Annual “DOT Inspection”?
“DOT inspection” is the common industry name for several different inspections. The service most customers are searching for is the periodic commercial motor vehicle inspection required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration under 49 CFR § 396.17.
Covered commercial motor vehicles must pass the required inspection at least once during the preceding 12 months. The inspection must include the applicable parts and accessories in Appendix A to Part 396. In a combination vehicle, the power unit, trailer, semitrailer, full trailer and converter dolly are treated as separate vehicles when applicable.
Annual inspection versus roadside inspection: An annual FMCSA periodic inspection is not the same event as a roadside Level I, II, III or other enforcement inspection. A current annual inspection does not prevent a roadside inspection, and passing an annual inspection does not excuse a defect that develops later.
For a more detailed explanation of the appointment and inspection process, see What to Expect During Your Annual DOT Inspection.
What Does the Inspector Check?
The exact inspection depends on the vehicle and its equipment. Applicable systems and components commonly include:
- Brake systems, including service brakes, parking brakes, hoses, tubing and required warning devices
- Steering and suspension components
- Tires, wheels and rims
- Required lamps, reflectors and electrical components
- Fuel and exhaust systems
- Coupling devices, fifth wheels, pintle hooks, drawbars and safety devices
- Frame members and adjustable axle assemblies
- Windshield glazing and windshield wipers
- Rear-impact guards and other vehicle-specific equipment when applicable
An annual inspection is a pass-or-fail safety inspection against minimum requirements. It is not a substitute for preventive maintenance, a driver’s pre-trip inspection or a complete mechanical diagnosis.
What Does “FMCSA-Qualified Inspector” Mean?
“Qualified” is the term used in the federal regulation—not a marketing label. Under 49 CFR § 396.19, an individual performing an annual inspection must understand the applicable inspection criteria, know the inspection methods, procedures, tools and equipment, and be capable of performing the inspection through qualifying training, experience or both.
Truck Inspectors uses FMCSA-qualified inspectors and maintains the appropriate qualification documentation. Our inspectors arrive with the tools and equipment needed to inspect the applicable vehicle systems at the customer’s location.
How a Mobile Inspection Appointment Works
- Send the request. Provide the service address, vehicle count, vehicle types and preferred date using the appointment request form.
- We review the route. We confirm the location, fleet size and scheduling availability. The submitted date is a request until we contact you with confirmation.
- Prepare the vehicles. Have the vehicles present, accessible and parked on a suitable surface. Keys and a knowledgeable contact should be available.
- We inspect on site. The qualified inspector evaluates each vehicle against the applicable periodic-inspection standards.
- You receive the documentation. Passing vehicles receive a clean printed inspection report and decal on site. Completed reports are also entered electronically and made available through the Client Portal.
Review the annual DOT pre-inspection checklist before the appointment to catch obvious lighting, tire, brake and equipment problems while there is still time to address them.
Can Minor Problems Be Corrected During the Appointment?
Sometimes. Our inspectors carry common supplies and tools because a simple defect should not always require another shop visit. When practical and authorized, we may be able to correct a minor air leak, replace a light bulb, make a brake adjustment or address another small issue on site.
Corrective work is separate from the inspection and is handled according to the actual issue. Availability is not guaranteed, and we are not a full repair shop. Tire replacement, major brake work, drivetrain repairs and other involved mechanical work should be completed by an appropriate repair provider.
What Documentation Do You Receive?
Under 49 CFR § 396.21, the inspection report must identify the inspector, motor carrier, inspection date, vehicle, components inspected and inspection results, including components that did not meet the minimum standards. It must also certify that the report is accurate, complete and compliant.
A motor carrier must generally retain the original or a copy of the report for 14 months. Current proof of the inspection must be carried on the vehicle in an acceptable form. Truck Inspectors provides professional printed reports and decals, with electronic report access available immediately after the inspection is entered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do You Come to My Location?
Yes. Truck Inspectors is a mobile inspection service. We inspect at the customer-provided business, yard, jobsite or another suitable location by confirmed appointment. Our office and mailing address is not an inspection station.
Can I Schedule a DOT Inspection for One Truck?
Yes, single-vehicle appointments are available within the regular service area when they fit the route and schedule. Submit the exact address and preferred date so we can confirm availability.
Can You Handle a Large Fleet Inspection?
Yes. We can plan large fleet and corporate appointments, including projects involving customers with hundreds of units. The work may be divided into scheduled inspection days so vehicles remain available for normal operations.
How Long Is an Annual DOT Inspection Valid?
A covered vehicle must have passed the required periodic inspection at least once during the preceding 12 months. Schedule before the current inspection reaches 12 months so repairs or scheduling do not cause a lapse.
Does a New Truck or Trailer Still Need Inspection Documentation?
New equipment is not automatically exempt from the documentation requirement. A qualifying dealer inspection may serve as the initial periodic inspection when it meets the federal requirements, but the carrier should verify that acceptable documentation is available before placing the vehicle into covered service.
How Do I Find a DOT Truck Inspection Near Me?
Confirm that the provider performs the annual FMCSA periodic inspection you actually need, uses inspectors qualified under § 396.19, can inspect your vehicle type and provides compliant documentation. Then verify whether service is mobile, where the inspection occurs and whether the requested appointment is confirmed. If you are in South Florida, start with our mobile service area and request an inspection.
Request Your Mobile Inspection
Tell us where the vehicles will be located, how many units need inspection and your preferred date. We will review the request and contact you to confirm the appointment.
Official Sources
- 49 CFR § 396.17 — Periodic Inspection
- 49 CFR § 396.19 — Inspector Qualifications
- 49 CFR § 396.21 — Periodic Inspection Recordkeeping Requirements
- Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 396 — Minimum Periodic Inspection Standards
This article provides general information and is not legal advice. Vehicle coverage can depend on weight, use, passenger capacity, cargo, jurisdiction and other facts. Regulations and agency guidance can change. Article reviewed September 6, 2026.