Can I get my vehicle inspected if the compulsory traffic insurance expires in one day?
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Motor vehicles can undergo annual inspections within the validity period of compulsory traffic insurance. However, with only one day remaining, it is advisable to renew the insurance promptly. If not renewed, the vehicle cannot be driven on the road after the compulsory traffic insurance expires. According to Article 13 of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China: Motor vehicles registered for road use must undergo regular safety technical inspections in accordance with laws, administrative regulations, and based on factors such as vehicle purpose, passenger and cargo capacity, and service life. Inspection Approval: Motor vehicle safety technical inspection institutions shall conduct inspections for vehicles that provide a motor vehicle license and compulsory third-party liability insurance policy. No unit may impose additional conditions. For motor vehicles that meet national safety technical standards, the traffic management department of the public security authority shall issue an inspection approval mark. Important Notes: Safety technical inspections for motor vehicles are socialized. Specific measures are stipulated by the State Council. In areas where motor vehicle safety technical inspections are socialized, no unit may require motor vehicles to be inspected at designated locations. The traffic management department of the public security authority and motor vehicle safety technical inspection institutions may not require motor vehicles to undergo maintenance or servicing at designated locations. Motor vehicle safety technical inspection institutions must strictly adhere to the fee standards approved by the price department of the State Council when charging for inspections.
A few days ago, I almost forgot my car's annual inspection. The compulsory traffic insurance was just one day away from expiring, so I went for the inspection. The staff checked the policy date, confirmed it was still valid, and let it pass. However, you really need to be careful. If you go on the day it expires, you might be questioned, so it's recommended to renew the insurance a few days in advance. The inspection requires valid insurance; otherwise, you might be rejected or fined. My friend waited until the day it expired and was asked to renew the insurance first before proceeding. The new policy takes effect the same day after renewal, so it doesn't affect the inspection. Driving without insurance is illegal and could result in penalty points and fines, so don't take risks to save trouble. Remember, safety first. Check the regulations or call the vehicle management office to clarify.
