Does a car inspected in 2020 need inspection again in 2021?
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If the vehicle was inspected in 2020 but before the new inspection regulations were issued, it still needs to be inspected before the validity period of the 2021 inspection expires. Below is relevant information about vehicle inspections: 1. Conditions: Vehicles whose condition does not match the records in the driving license or archives, vehicles with damaged, incomplete, or illegible license plates or driving licenses, or vehicles with self-made license plates. 2. Notes: The exterior of the vehicle cannot be modified. The color of the glass sunshade or anti-explosion film cannot be too dark (items inside the vehicle should be visible from one meter away; mainly applies to vans and trucks, but not to small cars with fewer than 5 seats). Vans and trucks must have enlarged rear license plate numbers, and the number of spring leaf plates cannot be increased or decreased. The number of seats in vans cannot be more or less than specified, and a fire extinguisher must be present. The cargo compartment of a box truck cannot be modified (no side doors, no roof openings, no tailgates can be added). The size of the tires cannot be altered, and the tread patterns of tires on the same axle must be consistent. Vehicles with unresolved traffic violations or vehicles sealed by the court cannot undergo annual inspection.
When I first started driving, the car was newly purchased and underwent an annual inspection in 2020. After checking the regulations, I found that small non-commercial vehicles generally require an inspection every two years. Of course, no inspection was needed in 2021, but it's important to note the vehicle's age—cars over 10 years old must be inspected annually. As a car owner, I'm most afraid of forgetting this and have used the Traffic Management 12123 App to check the validity period. Annual inspections aren't just a formality; they can uncover issues like brake failure or lighting malfunctions. I recommend paying extra attention to tire wear and fluid leaks during regular maintenance—safety should always come first. Don’t wait until you get a ticket to take action, or you’ll regret it.
