Does a six-year-old vehicle need to undergo an on-site inspection for annual review?
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For the sixth-year annual inspection, the vehicle must undergo an on-site inspection. Assuming the vehicle meets the exemption criteria, if the vehicle's inspection period is 2014, then within the six-year period from 2014 to 2019, it can enjoy two exemption from on-site inspections, only requiring the application for an annual inspection sticker every two years (2014-2015 as the first cycle, 2016-2017 as the second cycle). By the sixth year (i.e., this year), it means the vehicle is no longer within the exemption scope and must undergo an on-site inspection, along with applying for the annual inspection sticker. In summary, a vehicle exactly six years old requires the same annual inspection process as normal: drive the vehicle to the inspection station with ID, vehicle registration, vehicle and vessel tax or exemption certificate, and compulsory insurance policy for inspection. Upon passing, a certification form will be issued, which, along with the other documents, must be submitted at the relevant counter to receive the annual inspection sticker. Annual inspection cycle regulations for vehicle types: 1. Passenger transport vehicles: inspected once a year within 5 years; inspected every 6 months after 5 years; 2. Light-duty trucks and large/medium-sized non-passenger transport vehicles: inspected once a year within 10 years; inspected every 6 months after 10 years; 3. Small and mini non-passenger transport vehicles: inspected once every 2 years within 6 years, only requiring the collection of an inspection sticker if meeting exemption criteria. Starting from November 20 this year, 7-9 seat non-passenger mini and micro buses (excluding trucks) are included in the exemption scope.
I clearly remember going for my vehicle inspection right after my car turned six years old. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, only requiring a biennial inspection sticker. However, by the end of the sixth year or in the seventh year, you must actually drive to the inspection station for an on-site check because the exemption policy ends. I booked an appointment at a nearby inspection point in advance, and the whole process was quite fast—mainly checking brakes, lights, exhaust emissions, etc., costing just around a couple hundred yuan. I suggest not delaying it; a friend of mine procrastinated for a few months and ended up getting fined, losing points, and having his car impounded, which was a huge hassle. Safety first—older cars can be unsafe without inspections, especially with potential brake system aging issues. On-site inspections help spot hidden risks early. Remember to bring all necessary documents, like the vehicle license and compulsory insurance policy, to get everything done in one go.
