Emissions

[jeffsclan]

So I'm confused and frustrated by this law. In looking at the Utah code Title 41 Chapter 6a one would think a lot of us could get a pass on I/M testing. I have called the health dept. air quality board and they have never heard of it. I also talked with the DMV with the same results. What good is the Utah Code if no one follows it ? Can anyone shed some light on this. What am I missing? Did this "custom Vehicles " exception not pass ? Oh yeah its section 1507.

 

[Brett]

Maybe include what whole code so we know what you're talking about

 

[Spork]

Maybe include what whole code so we know what you're talking about

http://le.utah.gov/~code/TITLE41/htm/41_06a150700.htm

Utah Code
Title 41 Motor Vehicles
Chapter 6a Traffic Code
Section 1507 Custom vehicles -- Defined -- Compliance with all laws and standards -- Exceptions -- Revocation -- Signed statement required.


41-6a-1507. Custom vehicles -- Defined -- Compliance with all laws and standards -- Exceptions -- Revocation -- Signed statement required.
(1) (a) As used in this section, "custom vehicle" means a motor vehicle that:
(i) (A) is at least 25 years old and of a model year after 1948; or
(B) (I) was manufactured to resemble a vehicle that is at least 25 years old and of a model year after 1948; and
(II) (Aa) has been altered from the manufacturer's original design; or
(Bb) has a body constructed of non-original materials; and
(ii) is primarily a collector's item that is used for:
(A) club activities;
(B) exhibitions;
(C) tours;
(D) parades;
(E) occasional transportation; and
(F) other similar uses.
(b) A custom vehicle does not include:
(i) a motor vehicle that is used for general, daily transportation;
(ii) a vintage vehicle as defined in Section 41-21-1; or
(iii) a special interest vehicle as defined in Section 41-1a-102.
(2) Except as specified under this section, a custom vehicle shall meet all safety, registration, insurance, fees, and taxes required under this title.
(3) (a) Except as provided in Subsection (3)(b), all safety equipment of a custom vehicle shall at least meet the safety standards applicable to the model year of the vehicle being replicated. Any replacement equipment shall comply with the design standards of the replacement equipment's manufacture.
(b) A custom vehicle shall comply with current vehicle brake and stopping standards.
(4) A custom vehicle is exempt from motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program requirements under Section 41-6a-1642.
(5) The tax commission may revoke or deny the registration of a custom vehicle for failure to comply with this section.
(6) The owner of a custom vehicle shall provide a signed statement certifying that the custom vehicle is owned and operated for the purposes enumerated in this section to the safety inspection station in order to qualify for the exceptions provided under this section.

Amended by Chapter 171, 2009 General Session

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Great question, I would like to know too. Might be worth a drive to the DMV with a copy of that in hand and see what they come up with?

 

[jeffsclan]

Thanks for getting my back spork

 

[Jedisdead]

i have 3 more years

 

[Tacoma]

Great question, I would like to know too. Might be worth a drive to the DMV with a copy of that in hand and see what they come up with?

I would think that probably this would have something to do with it:

(b) A custom vehicle does not include:
(i) a motor vehicle that is used for general, daily transportation;
(ii) a vintage vehicle as defined in Section 41-21-1; or
(iii) a special interest vehicle as defined in Section 41-1a-102.

but I haven't looked those sections up.

I think many of us have vehicles that do fit the requirements on the face of it though, pending review of the other sections listed.

way to comb the code, Jeffsclan. this could be big. :greg:

 

[Gravy]

keep us posted on this.

 

[Unimog]

I don't think any of our vehicles necessarily fits the "special vehicle" category:

(57) (a) "Special interest vehicle" means a vehicle used for general transportation purposes and that is:
(i) 20 years or older from the current year; or
(ii) a make or model of motor vehicle recognized by the division director as having unique interest or historic value.
(b) In making his determination under Subsection (57)(a), the division director shall give special consideration to:

(i) a make of motor vehicle that is no longer manufactured;
(ii) a make or model of motor vehicle produced in limited or token quantities;
(iii) a make or model of motor vehicle produced as an experimental vehicle or one designed exclusively for educational purposes or museum display; or
(iv) a motor vehicle of any age or make that has not been substantially altered or modified from original specifications of the manufacturer and because of its significance is being collected, preserved, restored, maintained, or operated by a collector or hobbyist as a leisure pursuit.

 

[jeffsclan]

Yeah I figured the "special interest vehicle " wouldn't work. I was trying the "custom vehicle " route. Mine is over 25 years old and not used for general daily transportation.