Lack of access is not evidence that a feature is missing or broken. The report should distinguish uncertainty from a confirmed defect.
A practical check
Record which check could not be completed and why. Identify the minimum owner-approved evidence that would resolve it.
Choosing the next step
Keep the finding open with a specific next check. Do not assign a failure score or claim a repair until the relevant condition can be observed.
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