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When it comes to used cars, Ugandans are some of the most enthusiastic buyers. Over ninety-five percent of vehicles on Uganda’s roads are pre-owned and imported from Japan. Vehicles manufactured in Japan are well-known all over the world as reliable, inexpensive, and fuel efficient—characteristics that are important in many developing countries in Africa. The Japanese give vehicles the best of care during their service, and when it’s time for these cars to be exported to be of service to others, these cars also go through a different kind of care. A special kind of care The care given to Japanese vehicles about to be shipped to Uganda is by way of an inspection to make sure these are roadworthy. Because of this inspection, pre-owned cars from Japan are in a much better condition than other cars on many of the world’s roads. Why do these vehicles for export have to be inspected in the first place? Isn’t an assurance from the seller enough? What does the inspection entail? This article will discuss these important points on why vehicles bound for Uganda are in need of pre-shipment inspections. Import policy Pre-owned vehicles that have been bought from Japanese dealers and exporters are required to undergo a roadworthiness inspection before these are shipped to Uganda. This is part of the Ugandan government’s policy on used vehicle imports. The inspection is done by a government-appointed center—in this case, the Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center—and is one of the major requirements in the process of import application. Vehicles that have passed the inspection are issued a certificate which will be submitted along with the other necessary documents required for the importation of used cars to Uganda. It is not enough to have an assurance from the seller that the car is in good condition; it is important that there is an independent organization that certifies that the car is safe and ready for export. Major check-up The inspection is a strict and thorough process that verifies whether a vehicle has genuine mileage, if the mechanics are all properly functioning, and has no structural damage, especially to the hard-to-see chassis. The inspection criteria are in accordance with the standards set by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards. The inspection is a systematic process of testing a vehicle’s safety features (safety belts, locking mechanisms, braking, etc.) and mechanical operations (engine, instrumentation, odometer, wipers, lighting, steering, etc.). It also checks whether tires are correctly inflated for use in the destination country. The inspection is a good way to make sure that used cars in Uganda can withstand the harsh conditions of the tropical country. Chlorofluorocarbons are also removed during inspection, making these eco-friendly as well. The pre-shipment inspection does its job of making sure all vehicles entering Uganda from Japan are in excellent condition—safe and reliable for motorists, passengers, and pedestrians alike. It is really up to owners to maintain their cars and keep these in good working condition. Used cars in Uganda must be checked regularly to ensure they’re always good to go.
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