Can someone else handle the vehicle inspection if the owner is not present?
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Yes, as long as the vehicle registration certificate and the compulsory traffic insurance policy for the current year are available. However, the agent must bring their own ID card and driver's license. Below are the relevant details: 1. Required documents for delegation: original vehicle registration certificate, duplicate of compulsory traffic insurance, original ID card, photocopy, the vehicle itself, a letter of authorization, and the original ID card and photocopy of the authorized person. 2. Vehicle inspection regulations: Passenger vehicles for commercial use must be inspected once a year within the first 5 years. After 5 years, they must be inspected every 6 months. Trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within the first 10 years. After 10 years, they must be inspected every 6 months. Small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within the first 6 years (since September 2014, they are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years). After 6 years, they must be inspected once a year. After 15 years, they must be inspected every 6 months.
I have worked at the annual inspection station for over ten years and have seen many cases where car owners, lacking time, ask friends or family to handle the inspection on their behalf. As long as the proxy brings a copy of the owner's ID card, the original vehicle license, and a power of attorney clearly stating the inspection task and signed, there’s usually no issue. However, rules may vary by region—some places require forms filled out by the owner personally. I suggest calling the local station first to avoid a wasted trip. Also, the proxy must be able to drive the vehicle for inspection; don’t let car issues hold things up. A pro tip: choose a reliable person to avoid delays during inspection. Remember to service the lights or brakes beforehand, as these often cause problems during checks. Overall, this is quite common—quick, convenient, and saves time and hassle.
Last time I was on a business trip, I had my wife handle the car inspection for me, and it wasn't a hassle at all. She just drove over with a copy of my ID, the vehicle registration, and a simple authorization letter I wrote stating she was handling the inspection on my behalf. At the inspection station, she filled out a form, took a photo, signed it, and that was it. The whole process took less than half an hour. The inspector didn't ask many questions, just checked the emissions and lights. If you're worried, you could make a copy of the owner's manual as a backup, but I don't think it's usually necessary. The key is to choose someone you trust, since they'll be responsible for driving the car safely. In my wife's case, she noticed some tire wear and got them replaced in time. Overall, this method is great for busy people—saves you from missing work.
I've seen many cars go to the repair shop before the inspection, and it's not necessarily the owner who takes them. The person handling the inspection just needs to drive the car to the inspection station, bringing the owner's documents and a letter of authorization. The focus is on the car itself, such as the engine emissions or brake system, not who drives it there. However, it's important to ensure the vehicle is in proper working condition beforehand, like checking tire pressure and lights to avoid issues that could cause failure and repeated trips. I once had a client whose colleague forgot the authorization letter, resulting in a wasted half-day trip to retrieve it. It's advisable to double-check all documents are complete before heading out to make the process more efficient.
