Does a car in its seventh year require an inspection?
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No, a car in its seventh year does not require an inspection. Here are the relevant details: 1. After the implementation of the new policy, private cars only need to undergo an on-site annual inspection once in the sixth year, and then again in the eighth and tenth years. Apart from these years, no on-site inspections are required, and there is no need to obtain an inspection compliance sticker in the seventh and ninth years. 2. The process for an on-site inspection is as follows: Drive the car to the inspection station designated by the vehicle management office, queue to receive the annual inspection application form, and wait for the on-site inspection. After the inspection staff conducts a comprehensive check of the vehicle, it will pass if compliant; otherwise, repairs must be made at a service center.
As a seasoned driver with over a decade of experience, I can tell you that a car in its seventh year definitely requires an annual inspection. New car owners shouldn't take this lightly. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, but you still need to apply for a certification mark every two years. By the seventh year, you must take your car to the inspection station annually for on-site checks, including safety items like brakes, lights, and emissions. As cars age, parts wear out—during my seventh-year inspection, my brake pads were severely worn and nearly failed the test. Luckily, I had replaced them in advance. I recommend checking tire pressure and lights before the inspection. The cost is only around 100-200 RMB, so don't skimp on this. Driving with an expired inspection can result in a 200 RMB fine and 3 demerit points, and it's unsafe—accidents could happen. Regular maintenance makes passing inspections easier, so don't slack off for the sake of convenience.
