Can the Vehicle Management Office Conduct Annual Vehicle Inspections?
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The Vehicle Management Office can conduct annual vehicle inspections. Vehicle inspections require visits to both the Vehicle Management Office and testing stations. The Vehicle Management Office primarily handles applications for motor vehicle driver's licenses, replacements, renewals, inspections, and other related services for vehicles and drivers, while testing stations mainly perform comprehensive performance tests on motor vehicles. The two are related but also distinctly different. Motor vehicles should undergo safety technical inspections according to the following periods from the date of registration: 1. Passenger vehicles for commercial use: once a year within 5 years; once every 6 months after 5 years. 2. Trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles: once a year within 10 years; once every 6 months after 10 years. 3. Small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles: once every 2 years within 6 years; once a year after 6 years; once every 6 months after 15 years.
The DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) is not the direct place for vehicle annual inspections. It mainly handles vehicle registration and driver's license issuance. As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I recommend going directly to a vehicle inspection station for the annual check. They have professional equipment to test lights, brakes, emissions, etc., and the fees are generally reasonable. Remember to book an appointment in advance to avoid long queues. The inspection cycle is typically every one or two years, depending on the vehicle type—new drivers sometimes get confused about this and end up at a disadvantage. I always get it done on time every year to avoid fines or penalty points. Safety comes first, and fixing car issues promptly saves hassle. Just choose a certified inspection station; the DMV only reviews records, so don’t make a wasted trip.
