Can someone other than the car owner perform the annual inspection?
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Someone other than the car owner can perform the annual inspection. The agent only needs to present the required proxy certification materials and relevant vehicle documents to complete the annual inspection. Documents required for personal vehicle annual inspection: Original vehicle license; Original copy of compulsory traffic insurance; Copy of ID card. Documents required for company vehicle annual inspection: Original vehicle license; Copy of compulsory traffic insurance; Organization code certificate of the People's Republic of China (with official seal); Power of attorney (with official seal); Copy of agent's ID card. Annual inspection items: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and auxiliary equipment are clean, complete, and functional, whether the paint is uniform and aesthetically pleasing, whether major assemblies have been replaced, and whether they match the initial inspection records; Test whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lights, exhaust, and other safety features comply with the "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles"; Check whether the vehicle has been modified, altered, or transformed, whether the vehicle license, license plate, and all records in the vehicle file match the actual condition of the vehicle, whether there are any changes, and whether approval and modification procedures have been completed; Check whether the license plate, vehicle license, and enlarged license plate characters sprayed on the vehicle are damaged, altered, or illegible, and whether they need to be replaced; For large vehicles, check whether the name of the company or the street, township, or town where the vehicle is registered and the seating capacity of the cab are sprayed in Chinese imitation Song font on both sides of the door as required; For trucks, check whether the rear fender (including the rear fender of the trailer) is sprayed with the vehicle number enlarged 2-3 times as required, and whether the word "individual" is sprayed on both sides of the door for individual or joint-venture vehicles. The characters must be clear, and company codes or other patterns are not allowed (special circumstances require approval from the vehicle management office).
Yes, it is possible for someone other than the vehicle owner to handle the annual inspection on their behalf. This is legally permitted in China, as long as the necessary documents are provided, such as a copy of the owner's ID card, the vehicle registration certificate, and a simple written authorization letter. The authorized person can then take these materials to the inspection station to complete the annual inspection, making the entire process very convenient. I've encountered many friends who have done this, especially since many vehicle owners are too busy to handle it themselves. The purpose of the annual inspection is to ensure the vehicle's safety and compliance, so don't worry about the process being cumbersome. Nowadays, many places even offer inspection agency services—just pay a small fee, and it's done hassle-free. Remember to specify the details in the authorization letter to avoid any issues with the documents that might cause delays. Overall, this method is very practical and suitable for most daily driving scenarios, especially for those who frequently travel for work or have family responsibilities.
