Cryptic crossword clue
Random inspection succeeded, with European caught carrying drug 4,5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 plus 5 letter word SPOT CHECK

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The straight part
We know that "Random inspection" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case random inspection = spot check.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SPOT CHECK mean?

SPOT CHECK noun
  1. A cursory inspection or examination or the inspection or examination of a sample of something.
SPOT CHECK verb
  1. To inspect or examine briefly, or by sampling.

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