Does a new car need an annual inspection in the third year?

[StJason]

New cars do not require an annual inspection in the third year. However, they do need an annual inspection after six years. Although annual inspections are not required every year, it is necessary to obtain the inspection compliance label annually. For non-commercial passenger vehicles, new cars are exempt from inspection for the first six years. After six years, an annual inspection is required once every year. The specific inspection month can be referenced on the vehicle's registration date as indicated on the driving license. Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and driving licenses. It is equivalent to an annual 'health check' for the vehicle based on the safety technical requirements for motor vehicle operation. Vehicle annual inspections help promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage better vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents.

[Hayley]

My car has been running for three years, and I just handled the annual inspection last year, so there's no need to worry too much. Now, new cars only need to undergo on-site testing in the sixth year. For the third year, you just need to operate on the 12123 APP to apply for the electronic inspection mark. The specific steps are: open the APP, click 'More', find 'Apply for Inspection Exemption Mark', upload your compulsory traffic insurance certificate and vehicle and vessel tax information, and it will be done in two or three working days. Remember to handle all traffic violations before applying, otherwise the application will fail. My neighbor forgot this and ended up wasting time. By the way, although no inspection is required, you can check commonly used parts like lights and wipers yourself—safety first, after all.

[MaximusAnn]

Recent policy changes have been significant, with the relaxation of annual inspections for small vehicles starting from the end of 2022. For private cars that have just reached three years old, there's no need for an on-site inspection at all. You only need to apply for an electronic inspection mark every two years via the 12123 app. I just helped a friend with this today—after logging into the app, simply upload the compulsory traffic insurance photo as prompted, and it's incredibly straightforward. However, there are three key points to note: first, ensure the compulsory traffic insurance is within its validity period; second, the vehicle must not have any illegal modifications; and third, the vehicle registration certificate must not be expired. This reform is indeed a time-saver. Previously, the biennial inspection would waste half a day, but now the entire process can be done online, eliminating the need for travel. Of course, if the app experiences lag, you can always go directly to the vehicle management office to handle it.

[LeRobert]

You can drive with peace of mind in the third year without an on-site inspection! My car is ten years old, and indeed, it's been much easier in recent years thanks to policy optimizations. The process is very simple now: download the 12123 app on your phone, register and log in, select vehicle-related services, and apply for the inspection exemption label. The whole process takes just five minutes, with a maximum wait of a few days for approval. Remember to check your vehicle's status in advance, especially ensuring that the compulsory traffic insurance is renewed and can be queried normally. Some new car owners in our community always worry about the annual inspection issue, but in fact, the third year is entirely within the scope of exemption according to regulations. However, don't slack off on regular maintenance; safety-critical components like tires and brakes should be checked periodically.

[MacGabriela]

No annual inspection required, but one thing needs to be done: apply for the electronic inspection mark. As a salesperson who frequently travels, I rely entirely on the 12123 APP for online processing. In the third year, just operate within three months before the expiration of the validity period. After logging in, follow the prompts to submit the required documents. The key is to confirm that the compulsory traffic insurance and vehicle and vessel tax are valid, and the system will automatically verify them. Last year when I applied, it coincided with a system upgrade, and I was worried about delays, but the approval came through in just two days. This reform is really convenient for the public, saving the hassle of queuing and waiting. However, a reminder: vehicles with more than seven seats or those with modified lights are not eligible for the exemption policy. Now the electronic mark is automatically synchronized in the system, and traffic authorities can check it.