Do Car Stickers Affect Annual Inspection?
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If the car stickers are small in area, they will not affect the annual inspection. According to relevant regulations: the area of car stickers must not exceed 30% of the body area. If it exceeds 30% of the body area, it will affect the annual inspection of the car. If the car stickers are too eye-catching, they may cause traffic accidents, thereby affecting the safety of the car. Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for every vehicle that has obtained an official license plate and registration certificate. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for the vehicle in accordance with the safety technical conditions for motor vehicle operation, aiming to promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage better vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents.
Oh, I've had experience with car stickers too. A couple of years ago, I put a cartoon sticker on my rear windshield and almost failed the annual inspection because of it. The inspector said it couldn't obstruct the view, especially on the windshield and rearview mirror areas—any large stickers would make the light transmittance fail to meet the standards. Safety comes first, after all. If the stickers cover the lights or license plates, it's even more serious. Chinese regulations state that no modifications affecting driving are allowed on the car's exterior, and during the annual inspection, they thoroughly check the cleanliness of the body and visibility. Luckily, I asked a friend at the auto repair shop beforehand, and he suggested I remove the sticker before the inspection to avoid a wasted trip. Later, I moved the sticker to a smaller spot on the door, and it hasn't caused any issues since. Stickers aren't a big deal, but you have to be mindful of their placement and size—don't let them become a roadblock. When choosing decorations, try to pick ones that don't obstruct the view, and the inspection should go smoothly.
