Can a car pass the annual inspection with one fog light broken?
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It is possible to pass the annual inspection with one fog light broken because the inspection does not check the fog lights. Below is relevant information about the annual inspection: Introduction to the annual inspection: Vehicle annual inspection (or motor vehicle inspection) refers to the annual examination of vehicles that have already obtained official license plates and registration certificates, conducted according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." The purpose is to inspect the main technical conditions of the vehicle, encourage better maintenance, ensure the vehicle remains in good condition, and guarantee safe driving. Content of the annual inspection: Check for damage to hardware facilities such as the engine, transmission, body, and chassis lights, and whether the body has obvious damage. Inspect the functionality of the vehicle's transmission and brake lights to ensure they are intact and operate normally and smoothly. Check if the vehicle has undergone any modifications, whether modifications have been re-inspected, and whether proper procedures were followed. Verify if the license plate has any stains or obstructions.
I've seen quite a few car owners encounter this situation. To be honest, whether you can pass the annual inspection with one fog light out depends on the location. According to national standards, incomplete lighting functionality is considered unqualified, but some smaller inspection stations might let it slide if they're not strict. Front fog lights are a key inspection item in the lighting category, while rear fog lights are sometimes overlooked. Still, I'd recommend getting it fixed before going to avoid a wasted trip and time. My car once had poor contact in the right fog light, and during the inspection, they actually caught it when they scanned with the testing device. In the end, I had to spend 30 yuan to replace the bulb to pass.
