What to do with a failed DMV inspection sticker?
The failed inspection sticker gives you 20 calendar days to fix the vehicle so that it passes—and to get it re-inspected. DC DMV inspectors will give you a report listing the items that failed inspection. Direct any questions or problems you have to a resolution coordinator at the Inspection Station.
How long does a car inspection sticker last?
When your vehicle passes re-inspection, it will receive an inspection sticker valid for 2 years from the date of re-inspection. For your convenience vehicle inspection appointments can be made online, at the link below: NOTE: Please try to bring your inspection renewal notice with you, as it speeds up the process.
What happens if your car fails a car inspection?
The vehicle’s tires appear unsafe. There are no brakes on the vehicle and/or inoperable parking brakes on a front wheel drive vehicle. The red engine light is on. If your vehicle fails the initial or renewal inspection, inspectors will place a “failed inspection” sticker on the vehicle.
When do you have to re-inspect a car after a failure notice?
You must re-inspect the vehicle within 20 calendar days of the failure notice. You are eligible for two free re-inspections during the 20-day period after failing an inspection. You will be charged for a third re-inspection within the 20-day period or for re-inspection after the 20-day period.
The failed inspection sticker gives you 20 calendar days to fix the vehicle so that it passes—and to get it re-inspected. DC DMV inspectors will give you a report listing the items that failed inspection. Direct any questions or problems you have to a resolution coordinator at the Inspection Station.
When your vehicle passes re-inspection, it will receive an inspection sticker valid for 2 years from the date of re-inspection. For your convenience vehicle inspection appointments can be made online, at the link below: NOTE: Please try to bring your inspection renewal notice with you, as it speeds up the process.
The vehicle’s tires appear unsafe. There are no brakes on the vehicle and/or inoperable parking brakes on a front wheel drive vehicle. The red engine light is on. If your vehicle fails the initial or renewal inspection, inspectors will place a “failed inspection” sticker on the vehicle.
You must re-inspect the vehicle within 20 calendar days of the failure notice. You are eligible for two free re-inspections during the 20-day period after failing an inspection. You will be charged for a third re-inspection within the 20-day period or for re-inspection after the 20-day period.