Does selling a motorcycle without inspection have any impact?
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A motorcycle without inspection is equivalent to having no formalities. You can sell a motorcycle without formalities, but the price will be discounted. If possible, it is more appropriate to complete the formalities before selling. Below is relevant information about annual inspection: 1. The purpose of annual inspection: The purpose of annual inspection is to determine the technical condition and working capability of the vehicle, identify the location and cause of faults. Only after passing the annual inspection can it provide a basis for the continued operation or maintenance of the vehicle. 2. Notes for annual inspection: Do not alter the vehicle's appearance or tire size. The actual vehicle must match the photo on the driving license. If the vehicle's appearance has changed, it may also fail the annual inspection.
As a seasoned veteran who has worked in auto repair shops for years, I've seen plenty of heartbreaking cases where motorcycles were sold to others after failing annual inspections. An expired inspection means the vehicle didn't pass its annual check and could be in an illegal status. If the seller cuts corners and sells it, the buyer won't be able to transfer ownership at the DMV, rendering the bike worthless scrap. What's worse, if the buyer gets into an accident while riding, the police will trace it back to the seller, who can't escape liability—facing fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of yuan, or even getting dragged into lawsuits, wasting time and energy. My advice? Get the annual inspection done at your own expense before selling. Spending a few hundred bucks can prevent refund demands or compensation claims from buyers later, making the transaction smoother and saving you a ton of hassle.
