What should be done if defective equipment is found during an inspection?

When defective equipment is found during an inspection, it’s essential that the vehicle is repaired and undergoes a re-inspection before it can pass inspection. This is vital for ensuring not only the safety of the vehicle's occupants but also the safety of other road users. Vehicles are required to meet specific safety and performance standards, and defects can significantly compromise these standards.

Having the necessary repairs completed ensures the vehicle functions properly and complies with regulations. Once the vehicle is repaired, a re-inspection allows for verification that the issues have been adequately addressed. This step helps maintain public safety and upholds the integrity of the inspection process by ensuring that only vehicles in proper working order are allowed on the road.

While there are options concerning minor defects or exemptions, they typically apply to less critical issues and do not supersede the necessity of addressing more significant defects through repair and re-inspection.