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Failed Inspection Lemon Law

The Failed Inspection Lemon Law allows you to cancel a motor vehicle contract or sale and get a refund if your car fails to pass inspection within 7 days from the date of sale and the cost of repairs exceeds 10% of the purchase price.

You can cancel a motor vehicle contract or sale and get a refund if your car fails to pass inspection within 7 days from the date of sale and the cost of repairs exceeds 10% of the purchase price.

Please note, the OCABR cannot assist you with Registry of Motor Vehicle Services. For RMV related services, please visit www.mass.gov/RMV or call the RMV at (857) 368-8000.

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Did your new or used car fail inspection within 7 days of the date of purchase  Find an inspection station near you 

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What to do if your car fails inspection and the seller won't void the contract 

To report activity by a dealer or private seller contact the police department or licensing authority of the city or town where the vehicle is located   To report odometer fraud by a dealer or private seller to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  To check if your specific vehicle is covered under a recall (manufacturer must fix the problem at no cost to you)  To file a complaint about a business to the Attorney General’s Office  Perform RMV Services Online, such as renewing a license or registering your vehicle 

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