Does a small car need to go through the inspection line in its 6th year?
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Vehicles in their sixth year require on-site inspection during the annual review. More details are as follows: 1. If it's a new car purchased within the last 6 years, it can be exempt from inspection twice (requiring only the application for an inspection decal every two years, without the need for on-site vehicle inspection); in the 6th and 8th years, the vehicle must undergo on-site inspection. 2. For private cars over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, i.e., annual inspections for vehicles between 10 and 15 years old, and semi-annual inspections for vehicles over 15 years old. 3. The owner of the motor vehicle can apply for an inspection compliance decal at the vehicle registration authority within three months before the expiration of the current inspection validity period. Motor vehicle safety technical inspection institutions must inspect vehicles in accordance with the national motor vehicle safety technical inspection standards and bear legal responsibility for the inspection results. The quality and technical supervision departments are responsible for implementing measurement certification management for motor vehicle safety technical inspection institutions, verifying the inspection equipment, and supervising the implementation of national motor vehicle safety technical inspection standards.
My car has just turned six years old this year. I remember the salesperson told me when I bought it that new cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, meaning you only need to go online or visit the vehicle management office every two years to collect the inspection compliance sticker, without having to drive the car to a testing station. However, once the sixth year passes, you must go for an annual on-site inspection. I went through the process last month, which included checking if the braking system is responsive, whether the headlights and turn signals are working properly, and the crucial emissions test to see if the exhaust exceeds standards. The staff said my car is well-maintained and passed in one go, costing around 200 yuan. I recommend everyone to get their inspections done on time and not delay them to save money or out of laziness, because driving a car with potential safety hazards is too dangerous, especially at night or in rainy weather. Booking an appointment online in advance can save you queuing time, and all you need to bring are the vehicle license and insurance policy. The sixth-year inspection is a turning point, after which you’ll need to go once a year—making it a habit is the best way to stay at ease.
