noun
vehicle inspection; motor vehicle inspection
Refers to the mandatory periodic inspection of motor vehicles in Japan, required by law to ensure roadworthiness. Often used in contexts like 車検を受ける (to get a vehicle inspection) or 車検が切れる (the inspection expires).
来月、車検を受けなければならない。
I have to get my vehicle inspected next month.
車検が切れたまま運転すると罰金になる。
Driving with an expired vehicle inspection can result in a fine.