Does a car that has just reached six years need to pass the inspection line for annual inspection?
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A car that has just reached six years needs to undergo on-site inspection for its annual inspection. Only vehicles within 6 years enjoy the exemption from on-site inspection. Here are the relevant details: 1. Two exemption opportunities: If you buy a new car and it is still within 6 years, you can be exempted from inspection twice (you need to apply for the inspection mark every two years, but the vehicle does not need to be inspected on-site); in the 6th and 8th years, the vehicle must undergo on-site inspection. 2. Private cars over 10 years old: For private cars over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, that is, annual inspection for cars between 10 and 15 years old, and semi-annual inspection for cars over 15 years old.
I just had my car sent for its annual inspection recently, and my small car has just turned six years old, which means it's time for the inspection line. That's the rule from the DMV—starting from the sixth year, vehicles must undergo line inspection. The testing station I took you to went through a series of checks, mainly focusing on light brightness, braking performance, and exhaust emissions. It's advisable to check your lights and tires yourself beforehand to avoid failing and wasting a trip. The whole process went smoothly—just bring your vehicle license and insurance policy. Most testing stations support online appointments, saving time and effort. Remember, the six-year line inspection is to ensure your car's safety, so don't delay it to avoid fines.
In my opinion, vehicles over six years old must pass the inspection line for annual inspection, mainly testing for excessive emissions and whether the braking system is reliable. Bring basic documents to the designated station, where they will test tailpipe emissions, headlight brightness, steering control, and so on. From my previous experience in related matters, common issues include substandard lighting or excessive emissions, so I recommend car owners check these at a repair shop before submitting for inspection. The entire process takes about half an hour and costs around one to two hundred yuan, ensuring the vehicle is safe and reliable on the road.
