Mirrors

PURPOSE: This rule describes the procedures and standards for the inspection of mirrors. The inspection of mirrors is a requirement of section 307.365, RSMo. (1) All motor vehicles which are so constructed or loaded that the operator cannot see the road behind by looking back or around the side of the vehicle shall be equipped with either an inside or outside mirror, or both, that will reveal the road behind. (2) All motor vehicles which were equipped by the manufacturer with an inside mirror and all 1968 and later model vehicles manufactured with both an inside and a driver’s side outside mirror, shall be equipped in like manner. Do not inspect passenger side outside mirrors. (3) Reject vehicle if: (A) Forward vision is unsafely obstructed by mirror assembly; (B) Mirror does not provide a clear view of highway to rear because of cracks, discoloration or improper mounting; (C) Mirror is broken or has sharp edges exposed; (D) Mirror is very difficult to adjust or will not maintain a set adjustment; or (E) There is no required mirror. AUTHORITY: section 307.360, RSMo 1994.* Original rule filed Nov. 4, 1968, effective Nov. 14, 1968. Amended: Filed March 9, 1970, effective March 19, 1970. Amended: Filed Nov. 9, 1971, effective Nov. 19, 1971. Amended: Filed May 21, 1974, effective May 31, 1974. Amended: Filed Aug. 14, 1987, effective Nov. 12, 1987. Amended: Filed April 2, 1992, effective Sept. 6, 1992. Emergency rescission and rule filed Aug. 1, 1997, effective Sept. 2, 1997, expired Feb. 28, 1998. Rescinded and readopted: Filed Aug. 1, 1997, effective Jan. 30, 1998. *Original authority: 307.360, RSMo 1967, amended 1971, 1973, 1979.