What is the maximum duration for which an inspection can be issued?

An inspection can be issued for a maximum duration of 15 months. This time frame is designed to ensure that vehicles are regularly evaluated for safety and emissions compliance, maintaining standards that promote the welfare of all road users. The rationale behind this specific duration is to balance the need for vehicle owners to have flexible schedules for inspections while ensuring vehicles do not remain on the road beyond a reasonable period without being re-evaluated.

Issuing an inspection for 15 months helps account for potential delays in scheduling or completing repairs and gives vehicle owners time to comply with any necessary adjustments that might arise from their inspection. This duration is consistent with guidelines established by state regulations that require regular compliance checks to ensure that vehicles remain safe and environmentally sound.