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The association said there is no publicly available evidence showing that privately owned vehicles present a road safety threat that would justify mandatory periodic inspections.
Under the system, a motorist who commits an offence such as speeding or running a red light receives an SMS detailing the violation, where it occurred, the amount payable and the period within which the fine should be settled. Those who fail to pay within seven days risk facing penalties and restrictions.
The orders arose from a petition filed by Wilberforce Akello against the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport and other respondents.
Lawmakers now say the authority acted prematurely by proceeding with implementation before Parliament had made a final determination on the regulations.
NTSA said the guidelines are intended to streamline the payment process, minimise delays in clearing traffic offences and ensure all penalty payments are properly captured in its system
The clarification comes amid public discussion over proposed vehicle inspection regulations targeting privately owned and government vehicles that are more than four years old. The framework also covers public service vehicles, school transport vehicles and modified vehicles.
Speaking on NTV on Tuesday, Kondiwa argued that the government currently lacks a clear picture of the actual number of active vehicles operating on Kenyan roads, creating gaps that can be exploited and affecting national planning.
According to the court filings, the challenge centres on the process used in introducing the regulations, with the petitioner arguing that constitutional and legal requirements were not properly followed.
Muluka cautioned that the proposed vehicle inspection regime could open the door to abuse and corruption, arguing that motorists would have little control over the outcome of the process.
In a public notice issued on Sunday, June 28, 2026, the authority said enforcement of some sections of the new regulations had not yet begun and urged Kenyans to ignore misleading information circulating online.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Matiang'i questioned the justification behind the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) directive requiring annual inspections for private vehicles older than four years, arguing that the measure risks placing an additional burden on households and businesses.
NTSA said the inspections will be conducted in line with its mandate under the NTSA Act and Section 55 of the Traffic Act, which empowers the authority to inspect and certify motor vehicles.