Do Vehicle Inspection Stations Work on Holidays?
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Vehicle inspection stations operate during holidays. Vehicle Annual Inspection: The annual inspection period is calculated from the date of vehicle registration, and the next inspection date will be clearly noted on the supplementary page of the driving license. Inspection applications can be submitted up to 3 months before the annual inspection date. Additionally, the 6-year exemption for new vehicles does not mean exemption from annual inspection procedures. It refers to waiving the step of bringing the vehicle to the inspection station for testing, but this testing procedure is only one part of the annual inspection. Owners still need to apply for the inspection mark every two years. Pre-inspection Notes: All vehicle violation records must be cleared before inspection. Vehicle modifications are not allowed. A copy of the insurance policy must be submitted during inspection, and this copy will be retained by the inspection agency. Required documents include: driving license, compulsory traffic accident liability insurance policy (copy), inspector's ID card, triangular warning sign, and fire extinguisher. Notably, if the owner needs to delegate the annual inspection to someone else due to busy schedule or other reasons, the owner's ID card is not required; the agent can provide their own ID card instead.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I must tell you that trying to get your vehicle inspected during holidays is nearly impossible. Both the DMV and inspection stations follow national statutory holidays—they're definitely closed during long breaks like Spring Festival or National Day. Last time I tried going during Mid-Autumn Festival, only to find locked doors and had to turn back. My advice: finish the inspection 1-2 weeks early to avoid disrupting your plans. Also, keep track of your vehicle's inspection deadline—if caught driving with an expired inspection, you'll face fines, points deducted, and potential insurance claim issues. Weekday lunch hours tend to be less crowded, or check their official website for appointment slots to save hassle. Remember, safety isn't something to gamble with—timely inspections prevent risks. I always set a phone reminder to complete mine a week in advance.
