Not such a big deal. We have those every year in NY as well.
It's not so stupid as there are a lot of people who would drive around with cars with virtually no brakes is they had the choice.
The midwest and most of the 50 states dont have bogus inspections. I spent 50 years in MN and WI. I drive my vehicles into the ground. You just dont see vehicle failures and chassis and dead bodies littering the streets there. 99% of vehicle accidents are driver error, not mechanical faikure. A rust hole just doesnt pose a great danger.
Just an opportunity for state to sell a expensive sticker and an excuse for a mechanic to get his nose in your wallet.