Is it legal to operate a vehicle in an unfit or dangerous condition?

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Driving a vehicle must be in safe operating condition. If anything is unfit or could make the vehicle dangerous—like bad brakes, bald tires, broken lights, leaks, or steering issues—you’re not allowed to drive. The law treats an unsafe vehicle as illegal to operate because it directly increases the risk of accidents and injuries for you and others on the road. If you notice a problem, you should pull over safely and arrange or wait for repairs rather than continuing to drive. The rule applies regardless of how small you think the issue is or how old you are; safety comes first. Police can stop and penalize you for driving an unsafe vehicle.