Chapter 11 Insights
Vehicle documents, controls and adjustments · 139 insights
Riding a motorcycle without an exhaust pipe is forbidden, except for electric models.
The vehicle owner must identify the driver during an offence.
Adjust rear seat headrests for safety.
A high-visibility reflective vest is mandatory in passenger cars.
Temporary-use spare wheels can be replaced by alternative mobility systems.
A Class B licence allows driving agricultural tractors.
The headrest should be adjusted to eye level for safety.
With a Class B licence, you can tow a 750 kg trailer.
Sitting too close to the steering wheel restricts mobility and increases fatigue.
Major vehicle modifications require an ITV to certify them.
The right exterior rear-view mirror cannot be replaced by a panoramic interior mirror.
The left exterior rear-view mirror is mandatory and cannot be replaced.
A hazard pre-warning device is mandatory in vehicles under 3,500 kg.
The front right airbag can be manually deactivated for child transport.
The mandatory right exterior rear-view mirror cannot be replaced by another type.
Adjust the left exterior rearview mirror to see the road and vehicle side.
Vehicles may be immobilized for exceeding pollution or noise limits.
Check tyre pressure when the tyres are cold.
The seller must notify the vehicle sale within 10 days.
The oil warning light must be off for correct engine lubrication.
Chains can be replaced by winter tyres when required.
A Class B licence allows driving any type of moped.
The rear window's filaments eliminate mist and ice.
Negative ITV results require towing the vehicle for repairs.
Only one hazard pre-warning device is required in the vehicle.
The first ITV occurs two years after the vehicle's initial inspection.
New vehicles are exempt from ITV for the first four years.
If rear visibility is blocked, two exterior mirrors are required.
The headrest prevents whiplash during rear-end collisions.
Display the 'L' plate visibly during the first year of driving.
Convex mirrors create images that appear smaller and further away.
Newly registered vehicles are exempt from ITV for four years.
The driver's seat must allow slightly bent arms for proper control.
Check the technical inspection card for the next ITV date.
Use the heated rear window to clear fog and ice.
Adjust the left exterior mirror to see the road and vehicle side.
Braking system faults are the most common issues found during ITV.
Repair any seat belt in poor condition immediately; driving is prohibited.
Novice drivers can have dark curtains on rear windows with proper mirrors.