Can someone else go for the vehicle inspection on my behalf?
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Vehicle annual inspection can be conducted without the owner's presence, but the proxy must provide a copy of their ID card as well as the owner's ID card and its copy when handling the procedure at relevant locations. Vehicles that fail the annual inspection must be repaired within a specified time limit. If they still fail after the deadline, the vehicle management office will confiscate their license plates and prohibit further driving. Vehicles that do not undergo the annual inspection without reason or fail the inspection are not allowed to drive on the road or transfer ownership. Vehicle annual inspection is conducted for vehicles that have already obtained official license plates and registration certificates, following the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." Its purpose is to check the main technical conditions of the vehicle and urge owners to strengthen vehicle maintenance and care. According to the relevant provisions of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," small and micro non-operating passenger vehicles must be inspected once every two years within six years; once a year after exceeding six years; and once every six months after exceeding 15 years. Materials required for annual inspection are as follows: "Motor Vehicle Inspection Mark Application Form" (this does not need to be brought, as it is provided on-site for direct filling); motor vehicle registration certificate; compulsory traffic insurance policy; vehicle and vessel tax payment or tax exemption certificate; owner's ID card. If handled by a proxy, the proxy must bring their own ID card.
As a seasoned driver with many years of experience, I often encounter situations where I'm too busy to handle the vehicle inspection myself and need someone else to do it for me. Generally speaking, it's perfectly acceptable to delegate this task to someone else—I've had friends help me out a few times. The key is for the agent to bring a copy of my ID card, the vehicle registration certificate, and a written letter of authorization signed and dated to ensure all materials are complete. Once the inspection station verifies these documents, the process can proceed, saving a lot of time. However, it's important that the agent understands the basic procedures; otherwise, they might get stuck on minor details and cause delays. I recommend calling the inspection station in advance to confirm specific requirements, as rules may vary slightly from place to place. The advantage of having someone else handle it is flexibility, especially for those with busy schedules or who are traveling. That said, vehicle owners should regularly check their car's maintenance status to avoid major issues surfacing during the annual inspection, which could affect safety. Additionally, regular vehicle maintenance can reduce inspection hassles—developing good habits is more important than anything else.
