Do I still need an annual inspection if my vehicle is exempt for six years?
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Even with a six-year exemption, your vehicle still requires biennial inspections for new cars. Below is the annual inspection process: 1. On-site testing: Drive the vehicle into the automatic detection area for sequential checks on exhaust emissions, speed, lighting, and chassis compliance. All items must pass to proceed. 2. Visual inspection: Verify accuracy of license plate, vehicle type, body color, engine number, VIN code, and frame number; inspect details like bumpers, engine compartment, mirrors, window glass, paint, engine operation, passenger compartment, and wheels. 3. Obtain reports and forms: If all tests pass, pay the fee to receive the vehicle license and compliance label. Failed items require owner repairs before retesting; only upon full compliance can visa procedures be completed.
I just went through this procedure recently. The six-year exemption actually means that new cars don't need to go to the inspection station for physical testing in the first six years, but you still have to collect the inspection compliance sticker every two years. This is the annual inspection procedure you mentioned - don't think you can ignore it completely for six years. Last year in my fourth year, I applied through the Traffic Management 12123 APP, uploaded the compulsory insurance policy and vehicle/vessel tax certificate, and received the new sticker within three days. If you fail to do this on time and get caught by traffic police, not only will you be fined 200 yuan, but you'll also get penalty points. After six years, this benefit disappears - you'll have to dutifully drive to the inspection station and queue up for annual vehicle testing.
