Does a new car need to undergo inspection for license plate registration?
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New cars do not need to undergo inspection for license plate registration. Before going, first pay the purchase tax at the tax department, and then take the invoices from the car purchase (bring all kinds of invoices) to register the license plate. The following are the specific steps for license plate registration: Obtain the vehicle qualification certificate and keep the triplicate car purchase invoice: The vehicle qualification certificate is very important. Currently, some car 4S stores delay providing the vehicle qualification certificate, which may postpone the license plate registration. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain the vehicle qualification certificate as soon as possible. Communicate more with the 4S store and be firm. After purchasing the car, the 4S store will issue a triplicate car purchase invoice, which must be kept well as it will be used in the subsequent license plate registration. The invoice comes in red, yellow, and blue copies. Generally, the red, yellow, and blue copies need to be submitted, while the yellow copy is kept by yourself. Pay the vehicle purchase tax and obtain the tax certificate: After purchasing the car, it is necessary to pay the vehicle purchase tax as soon as possible. Generally, you can go to the nearest vehicle management office. After successfully paying the vehicle purchase tax, you can obtain the tax certificate, which should be kept well. Prepare various documents and register and inspect the vehicle at the vehicle management office: Prepare the original and photocopy of your ID card in advance. For non-local residents, provide the original and photocopy of the temporary residence permit. With all the procedures completed, you can go to the vehicle management office to apply for the license plate. First, a specialized traffic police officer will inspect the vehicle, mainly checking the vehicle identification code, vehicle appearance, vehicle warning triangle sign, etc. Prepare these in advance.
From my experience as a car enthusiast, new vehicles typically don't require on-site inspections for license plate registration since they've already passed strict compliance checks at the factory, eliminating additional testing. The registration process is straightforward: bring your ID, purchase invoice, and vehicle certificate to the DMV. They verify details like the VIN, take a photo, and that's it. This not only saves time but also avoids inspection fees. When I helped my cousin register his new car, the whole process took just an hour with no inspection required. However, local regulations may vary—special regions or modified vehicles might be exceptions, so checking the local DMV website before purchase is advisable. Registration fees are only a few hundred yuan, covering license plate costs, making the process efficient and secure. The exemption for new cars is a real benefit—no need to worry about queues or hassle, just focus on enjoying the drive.
