Will a vehicle fail inspection if a rear seat belt is frayed?

The correct response indicates that rear seat belts are not included in the vehicle inspection criteria. The Texas Department of Public Safety focuses on specific components that are critical for vehicle safety, and while seat belts are essential for passenger protection, the inspection typically primarily emphasizes front seat belts. This prioritization stems from the statistical significance of front-seat occupant safety in crash scenarios and the regulatory focus on aspects that most directly affect driver and front-passenger safety. Therefore, while a frayed rear seat belt is not ideal and should be addressed for passenger safety, it would not lead to a failure during the vehicle inspection process.