Who is responsible for funding repairs after an inspection failure?

The vehicle owner is responsible for all repair costs after an inspection failure. In the context of vehicle inspections, when a vehicle does not meet the established safety and emissions standards, it is the owner's responsibility to ensure that necessary repairs are made to bring the vehicle into compliance before it can be legally operated on the road. This principle reinforces accountability for vehicle maintenance among owners, emphasizing the importance of vehicle upkeep for public safety.

The concept that the state covers costs, insurance typically covering repairs, or repairs being shared between various parties does not apply in this context, as it is generally up to the vehicle owner to absorb the financial responsibility for repairs required to rectify an inspection failure.