Does a vehicle need to undergo an on-site inspection in its sixth year?
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Vehicles in their sixth year are required to undergo an on-site inspection, which must strictly follow the annual inspection procedures. Only after passing the inspection can the annual inspection compliance label be issued. Below is relevant information about the on-site inspection: 1. Materials needed for the on-site inspection: The original vehicle license (including both the original and duplicate copies) and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy (duplicate 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 is required. The original ID card of the vehicle owner is needed to process the annual vehicle inspection. Before the annual inspection, all previous traffic violation records must be settled; otherwise, the inspection cannot be conducted. It is advisable to settle these violation records at least two days in advance. 2. Vehicles that meet the conditions for the 6-year exemption from inspection are exempt from the on-site inspection (i.e., vehicle inspection) within six years, but they still need to apply for the annual inspection compliance label (i.e., the label affixed to the windshield) every two years.
I had to go through the vehicle inspection in my sixth year last year, and it was indeed necessary. According to the current policy, new vehicles must undergo an inspection at the testing station after 6 years of registration, mainly checking key items such as exhaust emissions, braking systems, and headlight brightness. I remember the process was quite fast—just bring your vehicle license, ID card, and compulsory insurance policy, and it can be done on the same day. It's advisable to make an appointment in advance, as there are especially large crowds during peak periods, particularly at the end of the month. Oh, and before the inspection, make sure to clear all traffic violations. Once, I saw a guy wait in line for two hours only to be held up due to unpaid fines. The cost varies by location; I paid a little over 300 yuan, which included chassis inspection and exhaust monitoring.
I just helped my neighbor with this a few days ago. The sixth year definitely requires an on-site inspection. The vehicle inspection rules have changed now, with the sixth and tenth years being critical milestones. The inspection station will focus on checking tire wear, light brightness, and exhaust emissions, especially for a six-year-old car—the brake pad wear must meet the standards. It's advisable to check the brake lights and turn signals in advance, as fixing minor issues on the spot can be time-consuming. Bring three essentials: the owner's ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and a copy of the valid compulsory traffic insurance. The whole process takes about two hours, so going early helps avoid queues. Remember, no modifications are allowed on the car body—I've seen cases where modified rims were rejected.
