After how many years does a vehicle require biannual inspections?
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Operational passenger vehicles over 5 years old, trucks and large/medium-sized non-operational passenger vehicles over 10 years old, and small/mini non-operational passenger vehicles over 15 years old all require biannual inspections. Inspection timing: Vehicle annual inspection refers to mandatory testing for all vehicles that have obtained formal license plates and registration certificates, equivalent to an annual physical examination conducted according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety". Vehicles can apply for inspection within 3 months prior to their annual review date. It's advisable to apply two months or slightly over one month in advance, rather than waiting until just a few days before expiration. Additionally, inspection stations experience relatively lighter workloads before the 10th of each month, presenting an optimal window to avoid queues. Vehicle volumes increase mid-month, with peak congestion occurring during the month's final third. Inspection outcomes: Vehicles passing periodic inspections receive official stamps on both their registration certificates and "Motor Vehicle Periodic Inspection Forms". Vehicles failing inspection must complete repairs within stipulated timeframes. Persistent failures beyond deadlines authorize vehicle management authorities to confiscate license plates and registration certificates, thereby prohibiting road use and transfer registration. Vehicles unable to undergo scheduled inspections must request postponements in advance from authorities, while out-of-area vehicles may arrange proxy inspections through local offices with results reported to home jurisdictions. Vehicles skipping inspections without justification are barred from road use.
