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Motorhome without inspection for 10 years: fine of €4,300 and confiscation in Ravenna

16.05.2026 00:02 1 min 3 sources
RavennaToday ITA + 2 more
Motorhome without inspection for 10 years: fine of €4,300 and confiscation in Ravenna
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In Brief

Ravenna police confiscated a motorhome that had not undergone mandatory technical inspection since 2016. The owner was fined over €4,300 for repeated violations.

In Ravenna, police seized a motorhome that had been operated without a mandatory technical inspection since 2016. The vehicle was stopped during a routine check and then impounded due to the lack of a valid inspection certificate.

The owner repeatedly ignored orders and continued to use the motorhome despite the ban. The total amount of fines for repeated violations exceeded €4,300. The vehicle was confiscated.

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Motorhome without inspection for 10 years leads to fine and seizure

23.01.2026 RavennaToday ITA

Ravenna police seize motorhome without mandatory inspection since 2016

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Motorhome seized by police in Ravenna for missing inspection

23.01.2026 Ravenna24ore.it ITA

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