Can a Vehicle Undergo Annual Inspection with Traffic Violations?
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If there are unresolved traffic violations, the vehicle cannot undergo annual inspection. Below are the specific procedures before and after the annual vehicle inspection: Filling out the registration form before inspection: According to relevant regulations, before the annual vehicle inspection, the owner must go to the vehicle management office to collect and fill out the "Motor Vehicle Regular Inspection Registration Form" at the inquiry window, which can be obtained with the vehicle license. After filling out the form, submit it to the staff to check for any violation records. If there are no issues, the form will be stamped with "Verified, Eligible for Inspection." If there are violations, the owner must handle them promptly with the violation notice. Applying for the inspection compliance mark after inspection: According to Article 49 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations" issued by the Ministry of Public Security: The owner of a motor vehicle may apply for the inspection compliance mark at the local vehicle management office within three months before the expiration of the vehicle's inspection validity period. Before applying, the owner must resolve all road traffic violations and accidents related to the vehicle. During the application, the owner must fill out the application form and submit the vehicle license, compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate, vehicle and vessel tax payment or exemption proof, and the motor vehicle safety technical inspection compliance certificate.
My car had the same issue last year. I forgot to pay a parking ticket, and when I went for the annual inspection, the staff directly rejected it. They said any outstanding traffic violations must be cleared before the vehicle can pass the inspection, otherwise the system won't approve it. This is quite common in China. I quickly checked for violations through the traffic police app and paid the fine online, and was able to proceed with the inspection the next day. Delaying could also mean additional late fees, which felt quite unfair. So I suggest car owners check for violations one or two weeks in advance. It's very convenient through Alipay or WeChat mini-programs. Once that's done, the inspection process will go much smoother. This ensures both vehicle safety and avoids extra hassle, especially since annual inspections are mandatory and relate to road legality and insurance coverage.
After driving for so many years, I've learned that you should never delay handling traffic violations until the annual inspection. The inspection checks the system records, and unpaid fines will definitely cause a failure. I've experienced this myself—once I ran a red light and didn't pay the fine promptly, and the inspection window immediately flagged it, forcing me to resolve it first. It's best to develop a habit: check for violations using a mobile app before the annual inspection and clear them all before going. Don’t wait in line for nothing, and it might even affect your next driving record. Handling violations is actually quick—just pay online directly. This mechanism encourages everyone to follow traffic rules, reducing accidents and making roads safer overall. Handling them on time can also save you late fees and insurance discounts.
