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Can I drive without the annual inspection sticker?

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SanIvan
09/06/25 6:25am
Driving without the annual inspection sticker is not allowed. Here are the specific details about annual inspection: 1. Vehicles not inspected on time: In addition to compromising driving safety, according to the "Road Traffic Safety Law", if a vehicle fails to undergo the annual inspection on time, the driver will be fined 200 yuan and receive 3 penalty points. 2. Traffic accidents caused: For any traffic accidents caused by vehicles that have not undergone the annual inspection on time, the driver will bear full or primary responsibility, and the insurance company will not be liable, as the insurance policy specifies that vehicles with expired inspection are excluded from coverage. 3. Laws and regulations: According to the "Compulsory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles", if a vehicle fails to obtain the inspection qualification mark for three consecutive inspection cycles (three annual inspections) after the expiration of the inspection period, it will be compulsorily scrapped.
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MacJohn
09/18/25 6:10am
I've been driving for over a year and encountered this issue several times. Never drive without displaying your annual inspection sticker - it's illegal everywhere. Police can fine you 200 yuan and deduct 3 points, or even impound your vehicle directly. Last month, my neighbor got pulled over and fined because his sticker fell off and he didn't pay attention - he regretted it terribly. Actually, the inspection sticker is like your car's ID card, proving your vehicle is safe and reliable. Mechanical failures causing accidents could be disastrous. I suggest going to the DMV to get a replacement sticker first, or schedule an online inspection to save time. Also remember to regularly check your vehicle's condition - don't wait until the last minute. Anyway, don't take the risk of driving - carpool with friends or take a taxi instead. Safety always comes first.
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VonEmily
11/01/25 6:37am
As an experienced driver, I can tell you that driving without an annual inspection sticker is absolutely not okay. That year, my dad's car inspection had expired, but he insisted on driving it to the hospital. He got pulled over by traffic police, fined 300 yuan, and it delayed something important. The inspection sticker isn't just a label—it means the car has passed safety checks, like brakes and lights, which can affect accident rates. Nowadays, law enforcement is strict everywhere, especially in cities with lots of surveillance cameras, making it easy to get caught. If you really must drive, at least carry the inspection paperwork to explain the situation and hope for leniency, but it's best not to risk it. I always remind young people to check their car maintenance records and make sure the stickers are secure every month—small oversights can lead to big trouble. Go to the DMV and get it sorted—don't lose big for small gains.
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