K-Lite Codec Tweak Tool will scan for broken filters and remove them.

If the tool detects something that is broken, it will prompt you with the details, and you will be given the option to remove the broken item.

With this tool you can do things like:

● Scan the registry to detect and remove broken references to codecs and filters.
● Generate a detailed log of all installed codecs and DirectShow filters.
● Enable/disable more than 250 popular codecs and filters (if they are installed).
● Manage preferred source filters (a.k.a. splitters).
● Reset settings.
● Backup and restore settings.
● Adjust preferred decoders on Windows 7/8/10/11.
● Various tweaks for disabling MS codecs on Windows 7/8/10/11.