Can the car be inspected with items inside?
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It is possible to have miscellaneous items in the car during the annual inspection, but prohibited items are not allowed. Before the vehicle inspection, remove any valuables from the car and tidy up the interior slightly. The car should be equipped with a triangular warning sign and a car fire extinguisher. Below are the purposes of the vehicle annual inspection and the exterior inspection: Purposes of the vehicle annual inspection: The vehicle annual inspection can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. The vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates, equivalent to an annual physical examination for the vehicle according to the "Technical Conditions for the Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles." Exterior inspection for the vehicle annual inspection: Take the exterior inspection form to the designated inspection station. First, verify the relevant documents, ensuring that the third-party insurance is still valid. After verifying the documents, proceed with the exterior inspection. This inspection mainly checks for damaged lights, whether the vehicle's exterior matches its original condition, any modifications to the suspension, as well as the sunroof, tires, etc.
Yes, I keep some handy tools in my own car to assist with vehicle inspections. The most frequently used one is an OBD-II Bluetooth scanner. It's affordable, plugs into the small port in the car, and with a mobile app, I can read fault codes and vehicle data, such as engine issues or fuel efficiency. On weekends, I regularly scan to check; if the check engine light comes on, I immediately know the problem, avoiding being overcharged at repair shops. Additionally, keeping a tire pressure gauge is extremely useful—I check tire pressure before every long trip to prevent blowout risks. I also carry a simple flashlight for inspecting the chassis or engine at night. These compact items don’t take up much space and make DIY checks much easier. While major issues still require professional attention, preliminary self-inspections save a lot of time and anxiety.
