Does the sixth year of the 6-year exemption from vehicle inspection require an on-site inspection?
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6-year exemption from inspection requires an on-site inspection in the sixth year. Specific reasons: "6-year exemption from inspection" only exempts new vehicles within 6 years from "on-site inspection". If the vehicle meets the exemption conditions and the exemption period starts from 2014, it means that during the six years from 2014 to 2019, you can enjoy two opportunities for exemption from on-site inspection, only needing to apply for an annual inspection sticker every two years. It is not until the 6th year (i.e., 2019) that an on-site inspection is required, and the annual inspection sticker must be applied for at the same time. In other words, the 6-year exemption from inspection does not include the sixth year. Scope of vehicles eligible for the 6-year exemption from inspection policy: Non-operational large, small, and micro cars, non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles. The "non-operational" mentioned in this measure does not include police, firefighting, ambulance, engineering rescue, converted from operational to non-operational, converted from taxi to non-operational, two-wheeled motorcycles, and three-wheeled motorcycles. Starting from November 20, 2020, 7-9 seat non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) are included in the exemption scope.
I've been driving for almost twenty years, and I feel that cars are just like people—when they get old, they need regular check-ups. Nowadays, new cars enjoy a six-year exemption from inspections for the first five years, but the sixth year does require an on-site inspection. The policy is as follows: for the 2nd and 4th years, you only need to apply for an inspection label online without visiting the testing station, but the 6th year mandates an in-person visit to have the car checked for lights, brakes, and other components. It’s mainly for safety reasons—if minor issues are overlooked, you might regret it when an accident happens. I remember during my sixth-year inspection, a small problem was found and fixed before passing—it couldn’t be delayed. So, it’s best to check early whether your local testing station is open and book an appointment to save time. Although the rules can be a bit of a hassle, they’re beneficial for everyone’s road safety.
