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OMVIC Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA)
Certification Exam ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
OMVIC Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) Certification Examination. The kit reflects current Ontario
legislation and OMVIC rules, including new requirements coming into effect on January 1, 2026.
PART I: OMVIC, MVDA & REGULATORY FRAMEWORK (Questions 1–20)
1. A consumer calls OMVIC to report a dealer who misrepresented a vehicle’s history. Which statement
best describes OMVIC’s primary function?
A) To provide financing to motor vehicle dealers for inventory purchases
B) To represent consumers in court proceedings against dealerships
C) To administer and enforce the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA), 2002
D) To sell used vehicles directly to consumers at auction
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: OMVIC’s primary role is to administer and enforce the MVDA, 2002 to protect consumers and
ensure a fair, informed and competitive vehicle sales marketplace in Ontario.
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2. A salesperson is asked by their manager to process a sale even though the salesperson suspects the
odometer reading has been altered. Under OMVIC’s Code of Ethics, what is the salesperson’s obligation?
A) Proceed with the sale because the manager is responsible for compliance
B) Refuse to complete the transaction and report the matter to OMVIC
C) Ask the customer to sign a waiver acknowledging the odometer issue
D) Complete the sale but note the discrepancy in the dealer’s internal records
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Code of Ethics requires registrants to use their best efforts to prevent error,
misrepresentation, fraud or any unethical practice in respect of a trade in a motor vehicle. A salesperson
who knows of odometer tampering must not proceed and should report the matter.
3. A dealership owner wants to ensure their “person in charge” (PIC) meets MVDA requirements. The
PIC, who was not in charge of a dealership on January 1, 2007, must:
A) Complete the OMVIC certification course and pass the MVDA Key Elements Test
B) Obtain a real estate license to manage vehicle sales
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C) Hold a valid driver’s license for at least 10 years
D) Be appointed by the Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A person in charge who was not in charge of a dealership on January 1, 2007 must have taken
the OMVIC certification course. The PIC is assigned and accepts responsibility to ensure the dealer
complies with the MVDA.
4. A salesperson’s registration expired more than two years ago, and they now wish to re-enter the
industry. What must they do to be registered again?
A) Submit a renewal application with the original registration number
B) Complete the OMVIC certification course again before registration can be granted
C) Pay a reinstatement fee equal to two years of transaction fees
D) Obtain a letter of good standing from their previous employer
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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If a salesperson’s registration has been terminated for more than two years, they are required
to complete the OMVIC certification course before registration can be granted.
5. A consumer purchased a used vehicle from an OMVIC-registered dealer. The dealer failed to disclose
that the vehicle had previously been used as a taxi. Under the MVDA, the consumer may cancel the
contract within how many days?
A) 10 days
B) 30 days
C) 90 days
D) 180 days
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: All customers other than registered dealers are entitled to cancel a contract within 90 days if
there was inadequate disclosure of previous use as a police vehicle, emergency services vehicle, limo or
taxi.
OMVIC Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA)
Certification Exam ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR
OMVIC Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA) Certification Examination. The kit reflects current Ontario
legislation and OMVIC rules, including new requirements coming into effect on January 1, 2026.
PART I: OMVIC, MVDA & REGULATORY FRAMEWORK (Questions 1–20)
1. A consumer calls OMVIC to report a dealer who misrepresented a vehicle’s history. Which statement
best describes OMVIC’s primary function?
A) To provide financing to motor vehicle dealers for inventory purchases
B) To represent consumers in court proceedings against dealerships
C) To administer and enforce the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act (MVDA), 2002
D) To sell used vehicles directly to consumers at auction
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: OMVIC’s primary role is to administer and enforce the MVDA, 2002 to protect consumers and
ensure a fair, informed and competitive vehicle sales marketplace in Ontario.
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2. A salesperson is asked by their manager to process a sale even though the salesperson suspects the
odometer reading has been altered. Under OMVIC’s Code of Ethics, what is the salesperson’s obligation?
A) Proceed with the sale because the manager is responsible for compliance
B) Refuse to complete the transaction and report the matter to OMVIC
C) Ask the customer to sign a waiver acknowledging the odometer issue
D) Complete the sale but note the discrepancy in the dealer’s internal records
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Code of Ethics requires registrants to use their best efforts to prevent error,
misrepresentation, fraud or any unethical practice in respect of a trade in a motor vehicle. A salesperson
who knows of odometer tampering must not proceed and should report the matter.
3. A dealership owner wants to ensure their “person in charge” (PIC) meets MVDA requirements. The
PIC, who was not in charge of a dealership on January 1, 2007, must:
A) Complete the OMVIC certification course and pass the MVDA Key Elements Test
B) Obtain a real estate license to manage vehicle sales
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C) Hold a valid driver’s license for at least 10 years
D) Be appointed by the Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A person in charge who was not in charge of a dealership on January 1, 2007 must have taken
the OMVIC certification course. The PIC is assigned and accepts responsibility to ensure the dealer
complies with the MVDA.
4. A salesperson’s registration expired more than two years ago, and they now wish to re-enter the
industry. What must they do to be registered again?
A) Submit a renewal application with the original registration number
B) Complete the OMVIC certification course again before registration can be granted
C) Pay a reinstatement fee equal to two years of transaction fees
D) Obtain a letter of good standing from their previous employer
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Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If a salesperson’s registration has been terminated for more than two years, they are required
to complete the OMVIC certification course before registration can be granted.
5. A consumer purchased a used vehicle from an OMVIC-registered dealer. The dealer failed to disclose
that the vehicle had previously been used as a taxi. Under the MVDA, the consumer may cancel the
contract within how many days?
A) 10 days
B) 30 days
C) 90 days
D) 180 days
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: All customers other than registered dealers are entitled to cancel a contract within 90 days if
there was inadequate disclosure of previous use as a police vehicle, emergency services vehicle, limo or
taxi.
