Are Pickup Trucks Still Subject to Mandatory Scrapping After 15 Years?
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Currently, pickup trucks are still subject to the mandatory scrapping regulation of 15 years or 600,000 kilometers. However, some regions are gradually abolishing the 15-year scrapping rule for pickups. For household-use pickup trucks, there is no fixed scrapping period, but the 600,000-kilometer scrapping regulation still applies. Scrapping Process: Vehicle owners applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out the "Application Form for Vehicle Modification, Transfer, Alteration, Suspension, or Scrapping" in duplicate and affix their seal. The registration office will then issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" for vehicles that have reached the scrapping age. For vehicles that have not yet reached the scrapping age, the vehicle inspection office will determine if they meet the scrapping standards and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" if applicable. The owner can then choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle. The recycling company will verify the "Notice" before dismantling the vehicle and taking photos. The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the chassis must be cut. Mandatory Scrapping Standards: On December 27, 2017, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Public Security, and other departments jointly issued the "Regulations on Mandatory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles," which came into effect on May 1, 2017. The regulation clearly states that vehicles that fail to obtain an inspection compliance mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of their inspection validity period must be mandatorily scrapped.
I've been driving a pickup truck for several years now. I remember back in the day, everyone was worried about the mandatory 15-year scrappage policy, which made people hesitant to buy vehicles for long-term use. But around 2020, the policy changed - now there's no fixed 15-year mandatory retirement period for pickups anymore. It mainly depends on whether the vehicle can pass annual inspections and meet emission standards. This means if you maintain your vehicle well, it can last much longer; but if it fails emissions or inspections, it might still be required to be scrapped. When driving, I pay special attention to engine maintenance and exhaust treatment, regularly taking it to the shop for checkups to avoid minor issues becoming major problems. I recommend owners pay more attention to their vehicle's condition - don't wait until inspection time to scramble. This way, a pickup's lifespan can be significantly extended, saving you a lot of money.
