Does a 2019 new car need an annual inspection in 2021?
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Not necessarily. Below is the relevant introduction to annual inspections: 1. Introduction: If it is an operational passenger vehicle or a cargo vehicle, then an annual inspection is required every year after purchase. However, if it is a private car that meets the exemption conditions, it is exempt from inspection within 6 years. Although within the exemption period, every two years you still need to submit proof of compulsory traffic insurance and vehicle and vessel tax to the vehicle management office to apply for an exemption mark, but the car does not need to undergo an on-site inspection. 2. Extension: Non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles that meet the exemption conditions are exempt from on-site inspections within 6 years, inspected every two years within 10 years, inspected once a year after exceeding 10 years, and inspected every 6 months after exceeding 15 years.
My car was also purchased in 2019 and I just went through this. A new car bought in 2019 will reach its 2-year mark by 2021, which means it's time for the annual inspection procedure. However, it's important to note that new cars within 6 years don't actually need to go to the inspection station for physical testing. You just need to apply for the inspection exemption mark either through the Traffic Management 12123 app or at the vehicle management office window. Last time I did it online by uploading the compulsory traffic insurance certificate and the vehicle and vessel tax proof, and I received the electronic inspection mark within three days. Remember to handle any traffic violations before applying - I got delayed for a week because of an unpaid parking ticket. Although there's no need for a physical inspection, forgetting to complete the procedure can still result in a 200-yuan fine and 1 penalty point if caught.
