In the past thee has been discussion about 'getting around' import regs,
etc.  And further discussion about 'they catch you eventually'.  Here is an
example of the 'eventually' here in Washington State.  So if you have a
'friend' at Motor Vehicles be warned.

http://www.king5.com/topstories/stories/NW_120607WAB_phony_car_inspections_KS.7355ba03.html