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    What happens if you miss your car inspection in Finland?

    The consequences of an overdue inspection.

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    Short answer

    If the periodic inspection is not done in time, the car is automatically under a driving ban and may only be driven to an inspection station. Moottori reports that driving a car with an overdue inspection can lead to a traffic penalty fee of 70 euros. Insurance problems can also follow if you have an accident.

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    Why

    1. Moottori reports a 70 euro penalty fee for driving with an overdue inspection.
    2. An uninspected car is under a driving ban, according to Moottori.
    3. Moottori reported tens of thousands of cars with overdue inspections.

    Details

    You can check your car's inspection date in Traficom's online service or on the vehicle registration certificate.

    Tip

    Set a reminder in your phone for the start of the inspection period each year.

    What may differ

    The police decide on the fee case by case.

    Common misconception

    A few weeks' delay in inspection does not matter.

    What actually happens

    After the deadline the car is under a driving ban.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules and fees change, so check Traficom, Liikenneturva or the police before you drive.

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