What happens to the inspection sticker if a vehicle is sold?

When a vehicle is sold, the inspection sticker must be removed by the seller. This is because the inspection sticker is tied to the specific owner of the vehicle; it shows that the vehicle was inspected and deemed safe during the time it was owned by the seller.

If the sticker were to remain with the vehicle, it could mislead the new owner about the vehicle's inspection status, particularly if the sticker is still valid. Removing the sticker ensures that the new owner is aware that they must obtain their own inspection sticker for the vehicle, reflecting its condition at the time of their ownership. This practice protects both sellers and buyers by clarifying the responsibility for vehicle inspections.