Published on : 31 October 20193 min reading time

You have purchased a new or used car and you want to understand the importance of roadworthiness testing? All motorists must have their vehicles checked to ensure optimal safety.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ROADWORTHINESS TESTING

All cars put into service must be subject to roadworthiness tests to ensure public safety. An owner who is thinking of selling a used car is forced to consider this check. This consists of examining the parts and elements relating to ecology and safety. Indeed, the purpose of roadworthiness tests is safety. In general, this check is used to make a car comply with safety rules. The public authorities do not authorize the circulation of vehicles that violate the law in force. All passenger cars such as sanitary vehicles and rental cars must be checked annually. Roadworthiness tests are essential for the circulation of passenger cars and commercial vehicles weighing less than 3.5 tonnes. If your car is more than 4 years old, it must be checked every 2 years. All car owners are required to use a technical controller recommended by the Prefecture.

THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF VERIFICATION TO BE CONSIDERED

First, there is the roadworthiness test, which must be repeated at regular intervals. This periodic check allows the controller to check the 133 points. It also tries to detect the presence of defects in the functioning of essential organs. He shall mention in the minutes any deviations from the standard. If this verification is negative, this controller shall draw up a report to indicate the defective parts. He puts a stamp on the registration. This registration certificate indicates the time allowed to make the repairs. A counter-visit is mandatory in order to verify the results obtained at the end of the previous visit. Generally, a period of two months is allowed before this second inspection visit to correct the deficiencies. In addition, you can carry out a voluntary check at any time. This type of verification is not periodic.  For light commercial vehicles, pollution control is mandatory.

DETAILS OF THE ROADWORTHINESS TEST PERIOD

The roadworthiness test aims to detect anomalies. This is necessary for all specific cars over 4 years old. If you own a van weighing less than 3.5 tonnes, you must schedule an appointment with the technical inspector every two years. After the purchase of your vehicle, a first visit must necessarily be made within six months of its fourth birthday. The registration certificate of this vehicle indicates the exact date of acquisition in order to determine the period for the first inspection.