Can the Yue B license plate obtained through lottery be used on an old car?

[EvangelineAnn]

Can the Yue B license plate obtained through lottery be used on an old car. Reasons why it can be used on an old car: As long as the used car can pass the relevant inspections, the vehicle registration and licensing procedures can be normally processed. The age of the car does not matter; you can directly transfer the license plate during the ownership transfer process. The Yue B license plate obtained through lottery can be used to purchase a used car that meets the National 5 emission standard. For new cars or used cars relocated from other regions, they must meet the National 5 standard to be registered in Guangzhou. If a car is transferred within Guangzhou, the emission standard is not checked, and you can even purchase a used car in Guangzhou that meets the National 3 or National 2 standard. Precautions when using it on an old car: Currently, the Guangdong region has implemented the National 6B emission policy. Only used cars from Shenzhen and other Pearl River Delta cities that do not meet the National 6 standard can be mutually transferred. Used cars from other regions that do not meet the emission standards cannot be registered with a Yue B license plate.

[VanGenevieve]

I’ve been in the Shenzhen car scene for years, and I’ve seen many people who, after winning a Yue B license plate quota in the lottery, try to assign it to their old cars—only to find out it’s not allowed, wasting the quota. Shenzhen’s lottery policy is designed for newly purchased vehicles, whether fuel-powered or new energy. The quota can only be used when registering a car for the first time. Old cars already have license plates, and unless you go through the full process of transfer or re-registration—which requires proving the vehicle’s legal origin, paying various fees, and possibly waiting for approval—it’s just too much hassle. The easiest way is to consult the local DMV directly. Or, even better, sell the old car and buy a new one to get the Yue B plate—it’s more convenient and safer, avoiding potential issues during annual inspections later on.

[McViolet]

As a young car enthusiast, I've discussed this with my buddy. Last year, he won the Yue B license plate lottery and wanted to use the quota on his family's old car. However, the vehicle management office said the quota was specifically for newly registered vehicles. Transferring plates for an old car would trigger a series of new procedures like vehicle condition inspections and document submissions, which is super troublesome. Shenzhen has very strict regulations - lottery quotas can't be directly bound to existing license plates. If you want to save hassle, don't try random approaches. I recommend buying a new car or checking used car registration policies instead. Otherwise, you might just waste effort and could even face fines. The quota validity period won't wait - make good use of it on a new car while you can, don't waste your good luck.

[VonKinsley]

No, the Yue B indicator cannot be used on used vehicles at all; it is only applicable for newly purchased vehicles during registration. If you want to change the license plate for a used car, you can only apply for a new plate through a transfer process, but this requires additional procedures such as obtaining certificates and paying fees. Consulting local service agencies can help you quickly understand the rules.