Can vehicle inspection be done on weekends?
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Vehicle inspection cannot be done on weekends. Vehicle inspection process: Prepare the copy of compulsory traffic insurance, original vehicle license, motor vehicle registration certificate, original personal ID card, conduct appearance inspection, pay inspection fees, input information, online inspection, online inspection results, check compulsory insurance bills, etc. Vehicle inspection regulations: Operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within 5 years, and once every 6 months after 5 years; motorcycles must be inspected once every 2 years within 4 years, and once a year after 4 years; trucks and large/medium non-operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within 10 years, and once every 6 months after 10 years; small/mini non-operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within 6 years, once a year after 6 years, and once every 6 months after 15 years.
As a seasoned driver with years of experience, I'd like to share some insights about weekend vehicle inspections. In most cities, inspection stations typically operate only from Monday to Friday and remain closed on weekends, which can be quite frustrating. I once made a wasted trip on a Saturday, only to find the station closed, costing me time and fuel money. Later, I learned to call the customer service in advance, and they explained that weekend closures are an industry norm. If you're in a major city like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, or Shenzhen, there might be a few authorized stations offering Saturday services, but you'll need to book online or via an app in advance, and they may charge an extra overtime fee. My advice is to take half a day off during the workweek for this task—it's more convenient and reliable, especially if you go early when the station is less crowded and your car is in good condition. Don’t forget to bring your vehicle license, driver’s license, and compulsory insurance documents for inspection, or you’ll be turned away. In short, planning ahead is key—don’t cut corners.
