Can the Car Pass the Annual Inspection with the Handbrake Light On?

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DelEsther
07/29/25 9:31pm
According to regulations, the car cannot pass the annual inspection if the handbrake light is on. If the handbrake is damaged, it needs to be repaired promptly: If the parking brake (handbrake) cannot stably brake the car or cannot fully release, you should immediately ask the dealer or service station to inspect it. Before leaving the car, the parking brake (handbrake) should usually be fully engaged; otherwise, the car may move, causing injury or damage. Precautions for using the handbrake: Do not engage the parking brake while the car is moving, as this may cause the rear brakes to overheat, reducing their effectiveness, shortening the lifespan of the brakes, and potentially causing permanent damage.
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