Does a motor vehicle need to undergo an on-site inspection in its sixth year?

[AmirMarie]

Motor vehicles are required to undergo an on-site inspection in their sixth year. The six-year exemption from inspection refers to non-operational passenger cars and other small and mini passenger vehicles, which are exempt from on-site inspections within the first six years. Before the sixth-year inspection is due, the vehicle owner needs to take the vehicle to an inspection station for an on-site inspection. Upon passing the inspection, the annual inspection sticker can be obtained. During the vehicle's inspection exemption period, the owner must regularly apply for the annual inspection sticker. In the second and fourth years after purchasing a new vehicle, the owner needs to bring the vehicle's registration certificate and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office to apply for the inspection sticker. Alternatively, they can apply for the annual inspection sticker online and choose to have it delivered by courier.

[VonCourtney]

My car is exactly in its sixth year. According to our country's regulations, new vehicles are exempt from on-site annual inspections for the first six years, but starting from the sixth year, on-site testing becomes mandatory. I went to the inspection station last year, and the whole process was quite simple. Just bring the vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy, and the staff will check the brakes, lights, exhaust emissions, etc., to ensure the car is safe. Don't delay, as failing to get the inspection on time may result in fines and affect insurance claims. I recommend making an appointment one month in advance to avoid queues. The inspection station usually completes the process in about half an hour.

[LeWillow]

My car just turned six years old, and it's my first time facing an on-site inspection. To be honest, I'm a little nervous. After checking the regulations, I learned that by law, non-commercial vehicles must undergo on-site inspections after six years, while for the first five years, you only need to apply for the inspection sticker online. The process went smoothly—I found a certified inspection station, and the cost was reasonable. They mainly checked the engine, tires, and other components. Remember to bring your ID card—don’t be like me and forget it, having to go back home to fetch it. It wasted time, but safety always comes first.

[MacChloe]

As a car enthusiast, I find the sixth-year online annual inspection quite interesting, with test items including emissions and safety systems. According to regulations, new vehicles must undergo online inspection after six years. I personally participated in this process last year, feeling like giving my car a health check-up. Key inspection points such as braking performance and light brightness ensure no breakdowns on the road. I cleaned my car in advance, and the test was passed easily. I recommend everyone to maintain good daily upkeep as well.