If a vehicle is equipped with rear wipers, are they required to both work for the vehicle to pass inspection?

In North Carolina, the requirement for rear wipers during a vehicle inspection is that they are not mandated to be in working condition for the vehicle to pass inspection. This means that if a vehicle is equipped with rear wipers, it is not necessary for both wipers to function properly. The inspection criteria focus primarily on safety and essential components that affect operability and driver visibility. While fully operational rear wipers are beneficial for improving visibility in wet conditions, their failure does not automatically disqualify a vehicle from passing safety inspection.