Do new vehicles require annual inspection in the second year?
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According to regulations, new vehicles require annual inspection in the second year, but vehicles eligible for the 6-year exemption do not need an inspection in the second year. Below is relevant information about vehicle annual inspections: 1. Vehicle inspection regulations: Passenger vehicles for commercial use must be inspected once a year within the first 5 years; after 5 years, they must be inspected every 6 months. Trucks and large/medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within the first 10 years; after 10 years, they must be inspected every 6 months. Small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within the first 6 years. Vehicles undergoing normal annual inspection require both vehicle inspection and collection of the annual inspection sticker. For new vehicles in their second year, since they are not covered by the exemption policy, owners must drive the vehicle to a local inspection station on the specified date to undergo inspection. Only after passing the inspection can they receive the annual inspection sticker. 2. Regulations regarding the 6-year exemption: New vehicles eligible for the 6-year exemption, according to regulations, must undergo annual inspection in the second year. However, due to the benefits of the exemption policy, they do not require an actual vehicle inspection and can directly apply for the annual inspection sticker. However, the 6-year exemption does not mean exemption from review. Every two years, new vehicles must bring documents such as the vehicle registration certificate to the local inspection station to complete procedures and receive the compliance sticker.
I remember when my car just entered its second year, I was also confused about the annual inspection. In fact, new cars enjoy a policy of exemption from on-site inspection for the first six years, but you must apply for the inspection decal in the second year. That time, I made a special trip to the DMV with my vehicle registration and compulsory traffic insurance policy, and got the electronic decal done in just five minutes. Now it's even more convenient—just a few clicks on the Traffic Management 12123 app, with no need to queue at all. However, the insurance must be valid; commercial insurance doesn't matter, but the compulsory traffic insurance must be up to date. I know a guy who forgot to do this last year, got caught by an electronic eye on the road, ended up with a fine—200 yuan gone plus points deducted—really not worth it.
New cars exempt from inspection for two years doesn't mean doing nothing! My white-collar best friend got totally confused by this last year. Actually, you just need to complete two steps in the second year: First, make sure your compulsory traffic insurance hasn't lapsed, and remember to bring either the electronic version or a copy of the policy; Second, book an appointment at the vehicle management office via the 12123 APP, then take your documents during lunch break to get a stamp. No on-site vehicle inspection is required at all - it takes just ten minutes. Now electronic labels are implemented nationwide, and you can check the records in the APP after completion. The inspection cycle will change as the car ages, but be prepared for a formal inspection by the sixth year.
