Can motorcycles be inspected in other regions?
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Generally, motorcycles do not undergo out-of-region annual inspections and must be inspected at the vehicle management office where they were registered. Vehicle Annual Inspection: Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles conducted in accordance with the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." Vehicle annual inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. Annual Inspection for 2014 Vehicles: For family-owned small cars purchased in 2014 with 7 seats or fewer (including 7 seats), if no major accidents have occurred, they are exempt from on-site inspections for 6 years. However, every two years, owners must still visit the vehicle management office to obtain the annual inspection sticker and environmental protection sticker. When the inspection time comes, simply bring the vehicle's registration certificate and the current valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office to complete the process.
Sigh, last time I rode my motorcycle to a neighboring province for fun, and then the annual inspection notice came. After checking the traffic regulations, I found that the nationwide inspection policy now makes out-of-town vehicle inspections super easy—just bring the vehicle license, ID card, and compulsory traffic insurance policy to a local inspection station. That same day, I found a nearby station, completed the inspection in about an hour after making an appointment, and it only cost a little over 200 yuan, no different from a local inspection. However, the vehicle condition must meet the standards, like no issues with brakes or lights, and any modified parts should be dealt with in advance to avoid rework. Overall, it felt very user-friendly, saving me the hassle of round trips and fuel costs, especially suitable for someone like me who loves cross-province rides. I recommend checking the inspection station’s business hours online in advance to avoid long queues.
