What specific document proves that a vehicle has passed the Enhanced Vehicle Safety Inspection?

The sticker affixed to the vehicle's windshield serves as the official proof that a vehicle has passed the Enhanced Vehicle Safety Inspection. This sticker is typically issued by the mechanic or inspection facility that performed the inspection and is required to be displayed in a visible location on the vehicle.

This sticker not only indicates that the vehicle has met all the safety standards set forth by Pennsylvania regulations but also provides a record of the inspection date, reaffirming that the vehicle is deemed safe to operate on public roads.

While the receipt from the mechanic may provide documentation of the inspection and its completion, it does not serve as the official proof for law enforcement or other authorities to verify compliance. The inspection manual and the owner's manual offer relevant information about the inspection process and vehicle maintenance, respectively, but they do not indicate whether a specific vehicle has undergone and passed the required inspection.