What items in a car cannot pass the annual inspection?

[DiLukas]

Items in a car that cannot pass the annual inspection include: 1. Various car covers and sun films; 2. Contraband; 3. Modified front and rear bumpers. The annual car inspection is a mandatory test for vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates, conducted once a year to examine the vehicle according to the safety technical conditions for motor vehicle operation. The purposes of the annual car inspection are: 1. To promptly eliminate potential safety hazards in the vehicle; 2. To urge car owners to enhance vehicle maintenance; 3. To reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. The process of the annual car inspection includes: 1. Exhaust emission test; 2. Check for traffic violations; 3. Pay a deposit; 4. Exterior inspection; 5. On-site testing; 6. Final review; 7. Pay fees and receive the inspection label.

[AmirAnn]

I had a bad experience with my old family car during last year's inspection. The dark window tint film failed the light transmittance test (below 70%) and had to be removed on the spot. The aftermarket roof rack wasn't registered on the vehicle license, so it had to be taken off. Also, unevenly worn tire treads - especially those nearing the safety indicators - will definitely fail. Those who installed HID headlights without proper projectors won't pass either, as the scattered light affects other drivers. Even minor dashboard warning lights like an engaged parking brake will make inspectors reject your car. My advice: check all lights, brakes, and horn before the inspection.

[DelLukas]

I've helped my neighbor with the annual vehicle inspection and noticed many car owners get stuck on the details. If the exhaust pipe has been modified to be excessively loud, it's basically a no-go. Having too many decals or advertisements covering over 30% of the body will definitely get you stopped. The most commonly overlooked issues are with the license plate, such as adding cartoon frames that cover the white borders or having non-functional license plate lights that make the numbers hard to read. Both the triangular warning sign and fire extinguisher are absolutely essential, especially for extinguishers that have been used for five or six years—check that the pressure gauge needle is in the green zone. If you've changed the size of your alloy wheels and they don't match the registered information, you'll also have trouble. It's advisable to clean the car thoroughly beforehand, even polishing small scratches on the headlights to make the car look neat, which helps the inspection go more smoothly.

[RileyLynn]

Common reasons for failing annual vehicle inspections fall into three categories: First is the braking system - brake pads that are too thin or insufficient handbrake tension will definitely result in failure. Second involves lighting issues - significant brightness disparity between left and right headlights or abnormal turn signal flashing frequencies are considered defects. Third is emissions testing, particularly important for older vehicles, as a deteriorated catalytic converter may cause excessive emissions. Additionally, modified tire sizes or sidewall damage exposing cords are also problematic. Fancy decorative light strips or strobe lights installed on the vehicle won't help you pass either. Inspection stations have strict standard values - for instance, even a 10% deficiency in braking force is unacceptable. The regulations are uncompromising.

[LaJayla]

A friend went for the annual vehicle inspection last time, thinking everything was fine but ended up getting stuck. The main issue was too many lucky charms hanging on the rearview mirror obstructing the view, and they were asked to remove them all. The passenger seat's seatbelt buckle was not very responsive due to prolonged use, which was also deemed unqualified. Even more frustrating was the spare tire being flat, even though the inspector didn't check it, but the trunk was so cluttered that the cover couldn't be opened, leading to criticism. The added front and rear bumpers protruded too much, or the modified exhaust pipe tail design, anything that affected the original factory data records was risky. Remember to handle any traffic violation records in advance, otherwise, you won't even be able to get on the inspection line. Bring all the insurance documents and photocopies of your ID to avoid a wasted trip.

[BeckettFitz]

Pay special attention to vehicle compliance during the annual inspection. Modifications in the engine compartment, such as exposed wiring from self-installed electronic devices, are considered safety hazards. Fluffy decorations covering the inner door panels may hinder emergency escape and could be flagged. Unsecured perfume bottles in the car may be cited as dangerous loose objects. Roof racks installed without proper registration that exceed height limits are also non-compliant. Additionally, older vehicles with upgraded turbochargers that lack corresponding certification updates will inevitably fail emissions and chassis dynamic tests. For modifications, always use officially registered channels, and fix minor issues beforehand to avoid unnecessary expenses.