Im actually pretty sure you don't. I believe they only check the wheels that are currently on the Axles. My Camaro for instance doesn't even have a spare tire, there is no room in the trunk.
Are the tire run flats? My MINI came with run flats, so no spare tire.
I myself thought the spare was needed to pass safety, I guess not.
Relief!! I signed a certificate to a car without the spare.
Thanks all for your inputs!!