can you legally drive without a side mirror?
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Driving without side mirrors makes it nearly impossible to safely maneuver your vehicle on the road. ... However, driving without side mirrors is considered illegal, except in a few states. Some states may just require the left side mirror, while some require all exterior and interior mirrors.
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According to UK law, all cars must have at least two mirrors that offer an adequate view of the rear of the vehicle. One of the operational mirrors has to be the offside rear view mirror. ... But that said, it's not a good idea to drive without either operational wing mirror.
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Georgia: Side mirrors are only required if the view from the center mirror is obstructed. Mirrors must have a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
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According to the New South Wales Roads & Maritime Services demerits schedule, if you get on the road without a side mirror, you're looking at a $112 fine for driving a vehicle that doesn't comply with standards of roadworthiness.
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Motor Vehicle Safety Act. ... So yes, you do need the drivers side mirror and failing to have a mirror puts your vehicle in a position of not meeting safety requirements, which could be an "unsafe vehicle" offence, plate removal and towing of vehicle.
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They're designed to give you visibility of up to 200 feet behind your vehicle, which is essential when you're overtaking, switching lanes, turning, and parking. Technically, you could drive with a broken side mirror (or no side mirrors at all) and experience no issues.
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Colorado: Side mirrors are required if vehicle is not equipped with rear window and rear side windows (sounds like this part was made specifically because of jeeps) or if the view from the center mirror is obstructed. Mirrors must have a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
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Missouri: A side mirror is required if the view from the center mirror is obstructed or the driver cannot see the road behind the vehicle by looking back or around the side. Montana: ... Mirrors must have a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
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In short, there is no legal requirement to have mirrors on a motorcycle. So you are not breaking the law if you have one mirror or two or none at all. However, as a motorcyclist you need to be fully aware of traffic around you at all times so it is highly advisable to have two mirrors.
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According to UK law, all cars must have at least two mirrors that offer an adequate view of the rear of the vehicle. One of the operational mirrors has to be the offside rear view mirror. That's the one that's attached to the driver's door. If that gets damaged, then it's illegal for you to drive your car.
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That's the one that's attached to the driver's door. If that gets damaged, then it's illegal for you to drive your car. But if the nearside wing mirror gets damaged – the one that's attached to the passenger door – then so long as your other two mirrors are intact, you can legally drive.
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No, there must be a rear view mirror located inside or outside the vehicle, or both. Side mirrors are required if you cannot see 300 feet to the rear.
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We couldn't find any specific legislation for South Australia, Western Australia or the Northern Territory but since Australian Vehicle Standards require all cars to have passenger side mirrors in order to give drivers a safe view of their surroundings, it's safe to assume that driving without a side mirror could get ...
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Washington: Left side mirror required and either a center mirror or right side mirror. If view from the center mirror is obstructed then the vehicle must have a right side mirror. Mirrors must be maintained and in good condition and must have a view of at least 200 feet to the rear of the vehicle.
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In Ontario you don't need doors. You do need mirrors, If you only have a mirror on the drivers side then you need a rear view as well. If you have a mirror on your left and right side of the car then you don't need the rear view. Re: This is the law!!
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This is known as a pre-textual stop in the legal community and it's illegal. Objects may not be hung from the inside rearview mirror or attached in any other manner so as to materially obstruct, obscure or impair the driver's vision through the front windshield, or which in any manner constitute a safety hazard. 75 Pa.
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According to UK law, all cars must have at least two mirrors that offer an adequate view of the rear of the vehicle. ... Even if it's the nearside wing mirror – which you're technically allowed to drive without – you may be stopped by the police if you're caught.