Does a 2016 car need an annual inspection in 2021?
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A 2016 car does not require an annual inspection in 2021. According to regulations from the relevant authorities, new cars that meet national emission standards are exempt from inspection for six years. Below is an introduction to the 2021 vehicle annual inspection rules: 1. Non-commercial vehicles (excluding minivans): Starting from November 20, 2020, non-commercial vehicles (excluding minivans) aged between 6 and 10 years, which previously required an annual inspection, now only require an inspection every two years. This means vehicles within 10 years only need to undergo two on-site inspections—specifically in the 6th and 8 years. 2. Vehicles that have already reached six years: For vehicles that had already reached six years before November 20, 2020, they still require an annual inspection in 2021 after the expiration of their inspection validity period. After the new regulations take effect in 2021, 10-year-old vehicles will be inspected every two years. 3. Vehicles within six years: According to the new rules, vehicles still within six years can be exempt from inspection twice (requiring only an inspection mark application every two years without an on-site vehicle inspection). However, in the 6th and 8 years, the vehicle must undergo an on-site inspection. For private cars older than 10 years, the original inspection cycle still applies: annual inspections for vehicles aged 10 to 15 years, and semi-annual inspections for vehicles older than 15 years.
I have a car registered in 2016 that I've been driving for several years. Back in 2021 when the car just turned 5 years old, according to regulations, new vehicles don't need to undergo inspection station testing for the first 6 years - just apply for the exemption decal every two years via the traffic police 12123 app. I easily handled it at home by entering the license plate number and engine number, receiving the electronic version in seconds without queuing hassle. This exemption policy is so considerate, saving busy workers headaches while allowing time to check tire pressure and brake pads for safety. If you're a 2016 car owner handling this in 2021, remember to apply for the decal promptly to avoid expiration and insurance issues. The rules are straightforward - just check the app to know when to act.
