Greek authorities are on the verge of launching an electronic cross-checking system designed to identify vehicles operating without valid insurance and mandatory inspections. This initiative, expected to be implemented within the coming weeks, aims to address a significant issue that has plagued the country for years. Market estimates suggest that as many as three million vehicles might be operating without the required two-year inspection sticker, known as KTEO, although the exact number remains uncertain. The figure includes vehicles of various types, such as cars, pickups, vans, buses, trucks, motorcycles, and mopeds. It’s unclear what percentage of these vehicles are still operational, permanently parked, or even existent. The effort to unify and cross-check vehicle inspection data is not new; the first attempt dates back to 2007 when authorities identified that different types of vehicles were listed across at least seven separate databases. After 18 years, these databases have finally been unified, enabling a more effective enforcement mechanism. The new system will conduct cross-checks every six months, and vehicle owners found to be non-compliant with mandatory insurance and inspection requirements will face a fine of 400 euros. This measure is expected to significantly improve road safety and compliance with traffic regulations in Greece.
