Can vehicle annual inspection be done in another location?
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Vehicle annual inspection can be conducted in another location. Starting from September 1, 2018, cross-province inspection for small cars, trucks, and medium-sized buses has been fully implemented. Applicants can directly undergo inspection in provinces other than the vehicle registration location and obtain the inspection compliance mark without the need to go through the entrusted inspection procedures. Relevant information is as follows: 1. For motor vehicles that are driven on the road after registration, regular safety technical inspections should be conducted according to laws and administrative regulations, based on different circumstances such as vehicle usage, passenger and cargo capacity, and service life. 2. For those who provide the motor vehicle driving license and the compulsory third-party liability insurance policy, the motor vehicle safety technical inspection institution shall conduct the inspection, and no unit may impose additional conditions. 3. For motor vehicles that meet the national safety technical standards, the traffic management department of the public security organ shall issue the inspection compliance mark.
I just completed my car's annual inspection in Shenzhen a few days ago, even though my vehicle is registered in Beijing, with no issues at all. The current policy allows nationwide inspections. I used the Traffic Management 12123 app to book a local inspection station, brought my vehicle license and ID card, and the whole process from queuing to completion took forty minutes. The staff checked items like lights and brakes, and everything passed smoothly, saving me the hassle of returning to my hometown. I think this policy is incredibly considerate—whether for business trips or relocations, you can get it done locally. The key is to choose a weekday to avoid peak hours and ensure the vehicle hasn't been modified or has any faults.
