Can Modified Wheels Pass the Annual Inspection?
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Whether modified wheels can pass the annual inspection depends on the specific situation: 1. If the wheel size remains unchanged after modification, you only need to register the changes with the vehicle management office to pass the annual inspection; 2. Modifications to wheels of different sizes are not approved and cannot be registered, thus failing the annual inspection. The only way to pass is to revert to the original wheels before the inspection. Below is additional information: China's "Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Regulations" clearly states that the owner of a registered motor vehicle must apply for modification registration with the traffic management department of the public security authority under the following circumstances: 1. Changing the vehicle's body color; 2. Replacing the engine; 3. Replacing the body or frame; 4. Replacing the entire vehicle due to quality issues; 5. Converting a commercial vehicle to non-commercial use or vice versa; 6. The vehicle owner's residence moves out of or into the jurisdiction of the traffic management department.
I've modified my rims several times, and the experience of passing the annual inspection has been quite a hassle. Whether modified rims can pass the annual inspection mainly depends on their size and the extent of the changes. If you only replace the rims with ones of the same size—different material but identical specifications—the inspection usually passes. However, increasing the rim size, such as changing from the factory 16-inch to 18-inch, will be rejected by the inspection station because it affects the vehicle's safety parameters and doesn't match the tire data on the vehicle registration certificate. Once, I went for the inspection after modification and was immediately rejected, forcing me to spend time restoring the original parts and almost getting fined. Later, I heard that you can register the modification with the vehicle management office beforehand to legalize it. But overall, don’t cut corners with modifications—safety comes first. Major rim changes can affect braking and stability. I recommend choosing a reputable shop for the job and avoiding cheap, counterfeit rims, as they can be unreliable and cause bigger issues during inspections.
