Minor defects are faults with no significant effect on road safety or the environment (as defined by EU Directive 2014/45/EU) – for example small lighting or bodywork faults.
Does a car with minor defects pass the inspection?
Yes. The car passes, but the defects should be repaired. Caropen counts these inspections as a first-time pass.
How do they differ from major defects?
Major defects may compromise safety or the environment, so the car fails and needs a re-inspection. The full scale is also described under no defects.
Where can I see the share of minor defects?
In the "Inspection verdicts" card on every model page – for example Volkswagen Passat – and in the national statistics.