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Question 4245

May traffic officers prevent a vehicle from being driven further if it exceeds the established smoke emission limits?

  1. Only if the vehicle is more than ten years old.
  2. Yes.
  3. No.
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Correct answer: Yes.

Yes. If a vehicle emits more gas, smoke, or noise than allowed, officers may prevent it from being driven further, regardless of its age. It may only be driven again when a repair shop designated by the officer certifies that it no longer exceeds the limits.

Real Decreto Legislativo 6/2015, de 30 de octubre, por el que se aprueba el texto refundido de la Ley sobre Tráfico, Circulación de Vehículos a Motor y Seguridad Vial