Can Vehicle Inspection Be Conducted in Another Location?

[MacAurora]

Except for large passenger buses and school buses, which cannot be inspected in another location, all other vehicles can undergo inspection in a different location. Starting from September 1, 2018, cross-province inspection for small cars, trucks, and medium-sized buses has been fully implemented. Applicants can directly inspect their vehicles in provinces other than where the vehicle is registered and obtain the inspection qualification mark without needing to go through the entrustment inspection procedure. Vehicles that fail to undergo annual inspection on time are not allowed on the road. Driving a vehicle without timely annual inspection will result in 3 penalty points and a fine. If an accident occurs involving a vehicle that has not undergone annual inspection, the party involved will bear full or primary responsibility, and the insurance company will not compensate. Driving without timely annual inspection is considered illegal driving and may result in vehicle impoundment. According to the 'Mandatory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles,' if a vehicle fails to obtain the inspection qualification mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection period, it will be forcibly scrapped. Annual inspection procedures: First, after submitting the inspection application, the vehicle undergoes an online inspection. The vehicle is driven into the automatic inspection area to sequentially check whether the exhaust emissions, speed, lights, side slip, and chassis meet the standards. Only if all items pass can the vehicle proceed. Next is the appearance inspection, verifying the correctness of the vehicle's license plate, type, body color, engine number, VIN code, and frame number. Then, the vehicle body appearance is inspected, including details such as the bumper, engine compartment, rearview mirrors, lower mirrors, window glass, paint, engine operation condition, and the interior and wheels of passenger vehicles. Finally, the owner can obtain the inspection report and application form from the inspector. If all inspection items pass, the owner can proceed to pay the inspection fee and collect the vehicle license and qualification label. If any items fail, the owner must repair the vehicle and undergo re-inspection until all items pass before proceeding with the visa procedures.

[MacLilah]

I just helped a friend with this last month! Now, vehicle inspections can be done nationwide across different locations. Just bring the vehicle registration certificate and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy, and go directly to the local inspection station. Remember to make an appointment in advance on the Traffic Management 12123 App, select 'Motor Vehicle Inspection,' and the system will automatically notify the local vehicle management office. Special reminder: If you've changed the vehicle's color or applied stickers covering more than 30% of the body, you must return to the registration location to complete the modification before getting the inspection done elsewhere. It's best to handle any out-of-town traffic violations before the inspection and fix minor issues like lights and brakes in advance to avoid unnecessary hassle. The whole process takes about half an hour, and you can even pay by scanning a QR code.

[VonRylee]

Actually, the process for out-of-town vehicle inspection is quite similar to the local one. The key points are that the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be clear and free of scratches, and the engine number must be fully traceable. There are four aspects that are particularly easy to overlook: if the vehicle has been modified with xenon lights, a compliance certificate must be provided; the tread depth of the tires must be consistent on both sides; the reflective strips on the body must not be largely peeled off; and if the 12123 APP shows more than three unresolved traffic violations, the inspection will not be conducted. The cost varies depending on the vehicle model, with ordinary sedans costing around 350 yuan, and an invoice can be issued for company reimbursement. It is recommended to bring a bottle of windshield washer fluid, as they will refill it for free.