OMVIC OMVIC Curbsiding and Illegal Sales Practices 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'odometer fraud' in the context of illegal motor vehicle sales practices in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Resetting an odometer to a lower reading to misrepresent the vehicle's mileage

Answer

Odometer fraud involves tampering with or rolling back a vehicle's mileage reading to deceive buyers about actual use and wear, which is illegal under both the MVDA and Criminal Code.

Question 2

Under the MVDA 2002, which of the following is NOT a requirement for a registered motor vehicle dealer in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Belonging to a national automobile dealers association

Answer

Membership in a national dealers association is not mandated by the MVDA 2002; OMVIC registration, a designated premises, and written contracts are required.

Question 3

What is the primary reason curbsiders often use multiple email addresses and phone numbers when advertising vehicles?

Accepted Answer

To avoid being identified as a pattern dealer and evade OMVIC enforcement

Answer

Using multiple contact identifiers helps curbsiders appear to be different individual sellers, making it harder for OMVIC investigators to establish a pattern of trade.

Question 4

Under the MVDA 2002, a conviction for illegal vehicle trade can result in imprisonment. What is the maximum jail term for an individual?

Accepted Answer

Two years

Answer

The MVDA 2002 provides for imprisonment of up to two years for individuals convicted of serious offences including unregistered dealing.

Question 5

An individual who is a registered OMVIC salesperson may legally sell a vehicle privately on behalf of a friend without going through their employer. This statement is:

Accepted Answer

False, because OMVIC registrants acting as intermediaries for third-party profit must transact through a registered dealership

Answer

A registered salesperson who facilitates vehicle sales outside their registered employer's dealership — especially for profit — violates MVDA requirements.

OMVIC (Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) Practice Test

OMVIC (Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council) Practice Test

OMVIC OMVIC Curbsiding and Illegal Sales Practices 4