How often a periodic technical inspection is due depends on the vehicle category, age and use. For passenger cars (M1) in Lithuania the usual schedule is:
- 36 months – the first inspection of a new car, three years after first registration;
- 24 months – after that, every two years;
- 12 months – yearly for cars used, for example, as taxis, for driving tuition or other specified purposes.
The exact periods and exceptions are set by the regulations in force – check the inspection operator's official information before you book.
Why are young cars rare in the statistics?
Because the first inspection only comes after a few years, cars aged 0–2 are scarce in the data and their samples are often too small. That is why the youngest ranking band is 2–3 years.
Does age drive the pass rate?
Strongly: the first-time pass rate falls as cars get older. Every make page therefore shows the pass rate by age, and municipalities are compared with an age adjustment.