Does the sixth year of the six-year exemption from inspection for passenger cars require an on-site inspection?
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Yes, vehicles in their sixth year require an on-site annual inspection. Below is relevant information about vehicle annual inspections: Exemption from Inspection: The six-year exemption from inspection refers to non-commercial passenger cars and other small and mini passenger vehicles (excluding vans and vehicles with 7 or more seats) being exempt from on-site inspections within six years. However, owners need to regularly apply for the annual inspection decal. In the second and fourth years after purchasing a new vehicle, owners must bring the vehicle's registration certificate and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the vehicle management office to apply for the inspection decal. Alternatively, they can apply for the annual inspection decal online and choose to have it delivered by courier. Mandatory Scrapping: Before the sixth-year inspection expires, owners need to take the vehicle to an inspection station for an on-site inspection. Upon passing the inspection, they can receive the annual inspection decal. Traffic police departments specifically remind that if a vehicle fails to obtain the inspection decal for three consecutive inspection cycles after the inspection validity period expires, the vehicle must be mandatorily scrapped.
As a seasoned driver with fifteen years of experience, I'm well-versed in the six-year exemption policy for vehicle inspections. In fact, for the first five years, all you need to do is apply for an inspection decal every two years via a mobile app or at the vehicle management office—no need to physically take your car to an inspection station. However, once the sixth year rolls around, the exemption period ends. Since safety risks increase after five years of vehicle use, an actual on-site inspection becomes mandatory. I remember last year when my car hit its sixth year, I made an appointment in advance and went to the inspection station. The process included checks on lights, brakes, tires, and emissions, which was quite convenient. Missing the deadline could result in a fine of around 100-200 yuan and might even affect future vehicle use. Annual inspections are for everyone's benefit, ensuring road safety. I recommend that owners start preparing early in the sixth year by reviewing their vehicle maintenance records.
