Do Motorcycles Need to Be Scrapped?
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Motorcycles must be scrapped according to the provisions of Article 5, Clause 11 of the "Mandatory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles": The service life of a three-wheeled motorcycle is 12 years, with a mileage of 100,000 kilometers; other motorcycles have a service life of 13 years, with a mileage of 120,000 kilometers. There are four criteria for mandatory scrapping: Reaching the specified service life; After repair and adjustment, still failing to meet the national safety technical standards for in-use vehicles; After repair, adjustment, or the adoption of control technology, still failing to meet national standards for pollutant emissions or noise from in-use vehicles; Failing to obtain the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection period. Motor vehicle scrapping process: 1. The vehicle owner applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out the "Motor Vehicle Change, Transfer, Modification, Suspension, Scrapping Approval Application Form" in duplicate and affix the owner's seal. 2. Apply at the registration and acceptance counter. For vehicles that have reached the scrapping age, a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age but are deemed to meet the scrapping standards after inspection by the motor vehicle inspection counter, a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued. 3. The vehicle owner can choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle based on the "Notice". 4. The recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos after verifying the "Notice". The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. 5. The vehicle owner must submit the "Change Form", "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form", "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate", and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the motor vehicle inspection counter for verification and signature. The license plates and certificates will be reclaimed, and the scrapping registration will be processed after approval according to regulations.
I've been riding motorcycles for over a decade and have witnessed many accidents caused by aging vehicles. Motorcycles really should be scrapped after prolonged use, especially those that have exceeded their service life—brake pads and tires wear out severely, potentially leading to loss of control at high speeds. I once experienced brake failure and nearly crashed into a wall; upon inspection, it turned out the old bike's parts were failing. Scrapping isn't just about replacing with a new bike; it completely eliminates safety hazards. Regular maintenance is a must, but if the bike is over 10 years old, has structural damage, or exceeds emission standards, take it to a certified recycling facility immediately. This concerns everyone's safety on the road—don't skimp on the cost, scrap it when it's time without delay.
From an environmental perspective, motorcycle scrapping is necessary. Older models typically have low fuel efficiency and emit large amounts of harmful gases that pollute the air, especially during urban traffic congestion. Scrapping old vehicles can encourage people to switch to energy-saving or electric models, reducing carbon footprints. I often focus on environmental topics, and repairing old vehicles actually wastes resources—it's better to scrap them and recycle metal parts for reuse. Some local governments even offer incentive policies to encourage scrapping, such as subsidies for purchasing new vehicles. Overall, this greatly helps improve air quality, and I recommend everyone actively comply with the vehicle age restriction policies.
