At how many kilometers is a vehicle mandatorily scrapped?
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New regulations for private vehicle scrapping have eliminated the mandatory scrapping age limit, replacing it with a guided scrapping policy after reaching 600,000 kilometers. Additional information: Vehicle scrapping rules: Vehicles that fail to obtain a passing inspection mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of their inspection validity period should be mandatorily scrapped. Driving a mandatorily scrapped vehicle on the road will result in severe penalties for the driver, including fines and revocation of driving privileges. Specific mandatory scrapping regulations are as follows: Vehicles that still do not meet the national safety technical standards for in-use vehicles after repair and adjustment. Vehicles whose emissions or noise still do not comply with national standards for in-use vehicles after repair, adjustment, or control technology implementation. Vehicles that fail to obtain an inspection passing mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of their inspection validity period.
As a veteran driver with decades of experience, I can tell you that mandatory scrapping isn't solely based on mileage. In China, the policy mainly sets an age limit for vehicles – cars over 15 years old may be subject to compulsory retirement. High mileage alone doesn't necessarily mean scrapping; with proper maintenance, a car can still be roadworthy even after 300,000 kilometers. The policy focuses more on emission standards – pre-China III vehicles in cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou may face restrictions or mandatory scrapping. Poor vehicle conditions like brake failure or severe pollution that fail safety inspections will be dealt with. So don't just obsess over the odometer. Regular oil changes and component inspections to extend lifespan are key. High-mileage cars can save money and remain drivable for years. The government sometimes offers scrapping subsidies to encourage upgrades, making the process quite manageable.
