Do new cars need annual inspection in 4 years?

[SanIsla]

According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", non-commercial vehicles within 4 years do not require annual inspection, while commercial vehicles do. The documents required for vehicle annual inspection include the vehicle's driving license, valid compulsory insurance policy, the owner's ID card, and all traffic violation records must be cleared in advance. Non-commercial vehicles are exempt from on-site inspection within 6 years, only requiring an inspection mark application every two years; for vehicles over 6 years but under 10 years, inspection is required every two years, meaning private cars only need on-site inspection twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. Private cars aged 10-15 years require annual inspection, and those over 15 years require inspection every six months. Commercial passenger vehicles within 5 years require annual inspection; those over 5 years require inspection every 6 months; trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles within 10 years require annual inspection, and those over 10 years require inspection every 6 months; motorcycles within 4 years require inspection every two years; those over 4 years require annual inspection. According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", vehicle annual inspection mainly includes the following items: Appearance inspection: Mainly checks vehicle lights, body appearance, suspension, sunroof, tires, whether the lights are functioning normally, if there are any non-working lights, if the body color has been changed, and if the suspension has been modified; Emission test: Checks whether the exhaust emissions from the vehicle's tailpipe meet national standards during high-speed operation; On-site inspection: Primarily inspects the vehicle's braking system, headlights, horn, and chassis; Violation check: All traffic violation records of the vehicle must be cleared before the annual inspection to pass. Vehicle annual inspection can be done 90 days in advance but must not be overdue. According to the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", the consequences of overdue inspection are as follows: Vehicles that fail to undergo annual inspection on time are not allowed on the road; Driving an overdue vehicle will result in 3 penalty points and a fine of 200 yuan; In case of a traffic accident involving a vehicle that has not undergone annual inspection, the party involved bears full or primary responsibility, and the insurance company will not compensate; Driving an overdue vehicle is considered illegal driving and may result in vehicle impoundment.

[StCarlos]

I remember clearly that new cars don't need to go through annual inspection for the first six years after purchase. You just need to apply for the inspection sticker every two years through the Traffic Management 12123 App or WeChat mini-program. My car has been running for four years, and I've never been to an inspection station. With just a few taps on my phone, the sticker is delivered to my home, saving time and effort while being environmentally friendly. The policy was optimized around 2019 to reduce the burden on car owners and promote vehicle maintenance. However, if you forget to apply for it on time, you may face fines or even affect your insurance. Don't slack on regular maintenance, such as oil changes and brake checks, as a good car condition can extend the peace of mind during the inspection-free period. Remember, when it reaches the sixth year, you'll need to start biennial on-site inspections for emissions and lights.

[LondynAnn]

My new car is just over three years old. After researching the policy, I found that it's exempt from the annual inspection for the first six years, but applying for the inspection decal every two years is mandatory. You're asking about a four-year-old car? No need to worry about driving to the inspection station and queuing up—just a few clicks on the traffic management app, and it's done. So convenient. This policy saves both fuel and time, as the biennial on-site inspection only starts from the sixth year, checking for exhaust emissions and tire wear. Just pay attention to regular maintenance—routine service at the 4S shop can prevent major issues. Never delay applying for the decal; if it expires, you'll face fines, and it could complicate insurance claims. Keep it simple: follow the schedule to stay safe.

[Wood]

Driving to and from work to pick up and drop off kids, the new car hasn't reached the four-year mark for mandatory inspection yet. Just apply for the inspection sticker every two years with a simple operation on the phone. The policy's exemption period makes it easy and hassle-free, with emissions testing and other checks only required every two years starting from the sixth year. Don't forget to handle the sticker on time, and daily maintenance like car washing and wiper replacement is also important—safety first is always the right approach.