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The French government has announced its intention to phase in roadworthiness testing for motorized two-wheelers and unlicensed cars from early 2024. This measure follows a European obligation dating back to 2014, which has never been implemented in France. The Conseil d'Etat had given the government two months, from June 1, to define the technical details of this control.
A draft decree and a draft order will be put out to public consultation from Monday to July 22, according to an official press release. The government currently plans to make roadworthiness tests compulsory from the beginning of 2024, depending on the age of vehicles, with priority given to the oldest. This implementation will be staggered until January 1, 2027, to avoid congestion at inspection centers, according to the Ministry of Transport.
The government is committed to introducing a technical inspection system for motorized two-wheelers and PSVs that is both affordable and simple for owners. This measure has aroused the anger of motorcyclists, who have protested on several occasions in recent months, notably in Paris and other French cities. The government plans to include two-wheelers under 125 cm3 in this scheme, as well as VSPs, as they are involved in a high number of accidents and can also be a major source of air and noise pollution in urban areas. On the other hand, motorcycles used for sporting purposes, which are not intended for use on public roads, will be excluded.
Transport Minister Clément Beaune has stated that the government aims to set up a technical inspection system that is "as inexpensive and straightforward as possible" for two-wheeler drivers. According to the Ministry, discussions are currently underway with roadworthiness test providers to encourage them to offer affordable prices. The tests will cover all aspects of safety, air and noise pollution, but will be considerably simpler than those carried out on cars, with the number of test points reduced by four.