Does a new vehicle need to undergo inspection in its sixth year?
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Exemption-inspected vehicles must undergo an on-site inspection in their sixth year, strictly following the annual inspection procedures. Only after passing the inspection can the annual inspection compliance label be issued. Additional information: 1. Materials required for on-site inspection: The original driving license (including both main and supplementary copies) and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy (copy) must be carried. If the compulsory traffic insurance policy does not include the vehicle and vessel tax, the original invoice for the vehicle and vessel tax must be provided. The original ID card of the vehicle owner is also required for the annual inspection. Before the annual inspection, all previous traffic violation records must be cleared; otherwise, the inspection cannot be conducted. It is advisable to clear these violations at least two days in advance. 2. Exemption periods for different vehicle types: For passenger vehicles used for commercial purposes, inspections are required once a year within the first five years, and every six months thereafter. For trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspections are required once a year within the first ten years, and every six months thereafter. For small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspections are required every two years within the first six years, once a year after six years, and every six months after fifteen years.
My new car has just turned six years old, and I just completed the annual inspection. It went pretty smoothly. Remember, new cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years—just submit the application for the inspection sticker. However, once the sixth year begins, you must go to the inspection station. Last week, I booked an appointment at a local inspection center, brought my vehicle license, ID card, and insurance policy, and got it done in half a day. The inspection covered brakes, lights, emissions, and so on. The technician told me that the sixth-year inspection is a mandatory policy requirement, mainly to prevent aging parts. Don’t delay too long—if you exceed the deadline, you might face fines or affect next year’s insurance renewal. I’ve also heard some car owners forget about this and end up rushing to repair their cars last minute, which is a hassle. In short, prepare your documents in advance—the fee is a little over 100 yuan, but it’s worth it to ensure safe driving.
Indeed, new vehicles must undergo an on-site inspection in their sixth year, as mandated by national regulations for road safety. The reason is that after six years of use, components like tires and brakes begin to age, and inspections can identify potential hazards. I recommend checking the locations of local inspection stations in advance and making an online appointment to save time. Just bring your vehicle license and insurance policy, and the process takes about half an hour. Neglecting the inspection may result in fines of several hundred yuan or even license revocation. Last year during my inspection, a faulty bulb was found, which was fixed before passing. Safety comes first—don’t risk saving a little time, especially since poor vehicle conditions at high speeds can easily lead to accidents.
