If a vehicle does not pass inspection, what is one option for the dealer?

When a vehicle does not pass inspection, one option available to the dealer is to deliver the vehicle with a valid rejection sticker. This sticker indicates that the vehicle has failed the required state inspection and comes with specific documentation that outlines the reasons for the rejection. By providing the rejection sticker to the buyer, the dealer maintains transparency regarding the vehicle's condition and ensures that the buyer is informed about the specific issues that need to be addressed.

This practice is also important for legal compliance and safeguards the dealer against potential liabilities. Buyers have the right to know the status of a vehicle's inspection before making a purchase, and offering a vehicle with a rejection sticker allows for an honest transaction. Additionally, options such as disposing of the vehicle immediately or sending it to a different dealer do not address the immediate need for transparency and compliance with inspection standards. Reducing the price of the vehicle could be a consideration, but it doesn't meet the immediate requirement for delivering the vehicle post-inspection failure.