Roadworthiness tests for vehicles, speed limitation devices (consol. and amend. Directive 77/143/EEC)

1995/0226(SYN)
In adopting the report by Mr Spalato BELLERE (NI), the European Parliament approved the Commission proposal calling for stricter tests on motor vehicles with at least four wheels, which are used for the transport of goods by road or the public transport of passengers, and with a weight not exceeding 3.5 tonnes. These vehicles should be checked every three years (instead of four) after the date on which the vehicle was first used and thereafter every year (instead of two years). The roadworthiness tests should be carried out by the state or by public organizations entrusted with this task or by duly authorized private bodies. When establishments designated as vehicle testing centres also operate as motor vehicle repair workshops the Member States shall ensure the objectivity and high quality of vehicle testing. �