Is it permitted to drive on public roads with a defective, ineffective engine muffler or with resonator tubes?

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No, it is strictly prohibited. According to General Traffic Regulations, all motor vehicles and mopeds must be equipped with an effective explosion muffler to reduce the noise produced by the engine. Driving with a broken, altered (open exhaust), or incomplete muffler not only contributes to noise pollution but also carries penalties and can be grounds for immobilizing the vehicle. The ban applies to all types of roads, both urban and interurban.

Is it permitted to drive on public roads with a defective, ineffective engine muffler or with resonator tubes?

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