Does engine oil have an expiration date?
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Engine oil does have an expiration date. It cannot be used indefinitely in a continuous cycle. Apart from replenishing due to oil consumption, it also needs to be replaced when it expires. Most car owners frequently check whether the oil level is sufficient but rarely pay attention to whether the oil has expired. This is especially true for those who don't drive often, as they might take a long time to finish a bottle of oil. Therefore, the expiration date of engine oil is an important aspect to consider. The shelf life of engine oil depends on its condition: unopened engine oil can last up to 5 years; leftover oil after a car service has a shelf life of one year; and oil poured into the engine has a shelf life of 6 months.