Reason-specific repair path

Failed vehicle inspection in Rhode Island

Use the report's exact failure code before choosing a repair or waiver path.

  1. 01

    Read the failed items

    Separate safety, emissions, VIN, document, and readiness failures. They do not share one remedy.

  2. 02

    Check repair and waiver rules

    Complete the required VIN check before registration, then have the vehicle inspected within five days after registration.

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  3. 03

    Choose an eligible repair

    No repair partner is active. Use the official station or a repairer qualified for the exact failed item.