Do I need to empty the trunk for vehicle inspection?
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Vehicle inspection does not require emptying the trunk. Here are the relevant details: Vehicle annual inspection can be done three months in advance: According to the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations", vehicle owners can apply for the inspection compliance mark at the vehicle management office of the registration location within three months before the expiration of the motor vehicle inspection validity period. Bring your driver's license, ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and the current valid compulsory traffic insurance policy. Exempt vehicles: For motor vehicles within the exemption scope, prepare the above materials and go to the nearest vehicle management office to handle the annual inspection. Staff will input the corresponding motor vehicle and compulsory traffic insurance information into the system, and you can then receive the new inspection compliance mark.
As a car owner who frequently goes for annual inspections, I don't consider emptying the trunk a mandatory requirement, but I strongly recommend organizing the clutter in advance. I remember one time when I was too lazy to tidy up, and the trunk was packed with suitcases and tool bags. The inspector mentioned it was difficult to check the spare tire and chassis, almost causing oversight due to the obstacles. Although it passed eventually, it took extra time to rearrange things. Now, I always take a few minutes to remove unnecessary items, keeping the trunk basically empty. This makes the inspection smoother and avoids potential risks, such as clutter blocking the spare tire check, which could affect safety certification. Overall, this practice helps speed up the process and saves hassle.
