The oldest car Uber accepts in BC is 10 years old at the time you register. In the figures this guide uses, that means a vehicle from 2013 or later. Anything older does not qualify for Uber in Vancouver.
The limit applies to every Uber ride option, including UberX and UberBLACK. The car also has to pass safety inspections when you register, and Uber may ask for recent inspection reports. Uber updates its vehicle policies from time to time, but the 10-year limit has stayed the same. Check Uber’s official requirements before you apply.
Check the exact year of your vehicle before you start, so there are no delays in the application process. Keep the car well maintained and up to date with safety standards.
How the age limit is enforced in BC
Vehicles registered with Uber in Vancouver and across BC cannot exceed 10 years of age at registration. Uber checks this through vehicle inspection and registration. Its partner-approved inspection centres in BC look at safety, emissions and general condition, but age is the first eligibility factor.
A vehicle past the limit is disqualified from registration. Uber reviews vehicle data periodically, and a driver found operating an over-age vehicle may be suspended or removed from the platform. The age limit is described as firm, whatever the vehicle’s condition or maintenance history.
Uber regularly updates its vehicle policies, but the 10-year age limit stays consistent. Cars from 2013 or later typically meet the criteria, provided they pass the safety inspection. For new drivers in Vancouver, these clear guidelines make registration straightforward once the car’s year is confirmed.
How to check that your car meets the rule
Look up the manufacturing date. It is usually on the registration documents or on the vehicle’s door frame. Compare it with the 10-year limit before you apply or renew.
You upload your vehicle registration, which shows the manufacturing year, through the Uber driver app or portal. If you are unsure about current policy, contact Uber support or check the website of BC’s transportation authority. Keep your documents handy and double-check the date, since policies can change. Review Uber’s vehicle requirements for BC every so often for the same reason.