The Act of 11 June 2004 is very clear. Following work on a vehicle, automotive professionals must forward the correct odometer readings and an accurate and full description of the work carried out to Car-Pass, in the manner prescribed by Car-Pass. Not forwarding the data or forwarding incomplete or incorrect data is a punishable offence.
This also applies to dealers who offer a used vehicle for sale but do not include the Car-Pass details or do not hand over a valid Car-Pass to the buyer.
Officials from the Ministry for Economic Affairs are responsible for tracking down and establishing violations. Regular checks are carried out throughout the year. The Economic Inspectorate may ask Car-Pass to hand over a list of companies that are not meeting their obligations at any time so they can carry out checks on those companies.
The law allows fines of up to €10,000 or up to 4% of the total annual turnover, and prison sentences of one month to one year, for violations. For manufacturers and importers, the fines can amount to up to €50,000 or 6% of the total annual turnover.