R714-162-7. Registration

  (1) When reviewing the vehicle registration papers, the inspector shall:

  (a) check the vehicle registration certificate, vehicle identification number, license plates, and vehicle description for agreement;

  (b) enter the manufacturer's vehicle identification number and license plate number into the online program or record on the safety inspection certificate if not using the online program;

  (c) advise the owner when paperwork disagreements are accidental or clerical in nature; and

  (d) issue a rejection inspection certificate when:

  (i) the registration certificate, vehicle identification number, license plate, and vehicle description are not in agreement; or

  (ii) the vehicle identification number is missing or obscured.

  (e) Verify the vehicle identification number on the registration or other documents with the number on the vehicle. (2) The inspector shall examine the vehicle's license plates and comply with the following requirements:

  (a) if the vehicle is registered, verify the license plates are securely mounted and clearly visible;

  (b) check to ensure the Utah Apportioned plate is properly mounted; and

  (c) advise the owner when a license plate is not securely fastened, is obscured, or cannot be clearly identified.