Inspection validity and mechanical condition are not the same
A roadworthiness inspection confirms that the vehicle met the tested requirements at a particular time. An expired inspection does not by itself say whether the car is currently roadworthy, but it means there is no valid confirmation.
LTSA describes the mandatory inspection as a way to assess whether a vehicle is safe to use and meets environmental requirements.
Official source: LTSA: mandatory roadworthiness inspection (in Lithuanian)
There is no need to drive solely for a valuation
The vehicle details, an accurate condition description and, if possible, 3–6 photos are enough for an initial offer. State when the inspection expired and whether you know why it was not renewed.
If the car is in a yard, garage or outside the city, describe access. Safe collection can then be planned in advance.
What to show in the photos
Photograph the general exterior, interior, dashboard and visible faults. If the car failed its inspection because of a specific issue, show it where safe.
It is also useful to show the car’s position and access, especially if it has stood for a long time. Do not send identity documents or visible personal data.
Sale documents
State in the contract that the roadworthiness inspection is not valid and record other known faults. This makes clear what condition the buyer is accepting.
Also check the SDK, parties’ details, price, payment and ownership-declaration process. An expired inspection does not change these documentary steps.
When to repair before selling
A small, clear and inexpensive fault may sometimes broaden the buyer pool. First consider the full cost of repair, reinspection, insurance and your time.
The simplest comparison is to get an offer for the current condition and decide whether the possible price difference justifies preparing the car for inspection.