What is the general legal status of driving an unfit vehicle?

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Driving an unfit vehicle is illegal because you must operate only a safe and properly equipped vehicle on public roads. An unfit vehicle has defects or missing equipment that could put you and others at risk—things like faulty brakes, bad lights, bald tires, or an unstable load. The law requires you not to drive a vehicle in that condition; if you notice a defect, you should stop and arrange for repair or remove the vehicle from the road until it’s fixed. Police can stop you, require action, or order the vehicle to be towed if it isn’t safe to drive, and penalties can follow.