Does the sixth year of vehicle annual inspection require an on-site test?
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Does the sixth year of vehicle annual inspection require an on-site test? The sixth year of vehicle annual inspection requires an on-site test. Here is relevant information about vehicle annual inspection: 1. Introduction: Annual inspection for personal vehicles. It refers to a mandatory inspection for every vehicle that has obtained an official license plate and registration certificate, equivalent to an annual physical examination for the vehicle according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." Vehicle annual inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. 2. Inspection Schedule: Different vehicles have varying time requirements. For small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspections are required every 2 years within the first 6 years, annually after exceeding 6 years, and every 6 months after exceeding 15 years. Commercial passenger vehicles require inspections annually within the first 5 years and every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. Trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles require inspections annually within the first 10 years and every 6 months after exceeding 10 years. Imported vehicles, like other vehicle types, can undergo periodic inspections at any testing facility.
I just went through the 6th-year vehicle inspection and can confirm that an on-site test is indeed required. The policy has changed now - while there was a 6-year exemption before, 'exemption' didn't mean doing nothing at all. The 6th and 10th years definitely require on-site testing. When I drove there last year, the staff checked lights, brakes, exhaust emissions - especially the emission test was quite strict. Remember to get your car properly serviced beforehand, don't delay replacing any necessary parts, otherwise failing the emissions test would be troublesome. I heard someone didn't notice their brake light was broken and had to go for a re-inspection, wasting both time and money on an extra trip. Having all documents ready is also crucial - the vehicle license and insurance policy must be prepared, and booking in advance can save queuing time.
Regarding the six-year vehicle inspection, I've checked the information, and it indeed requires an on-site test. After this policy adjustment, the sixth year has been removed from the exemption list. The inspection mainly focuses on vehicle safety performance and environmental indicators, including lights, braking systems, emission levels, etc. I suggest car owners get a maintenance check beforehand, especially inspecting brake pads and tire wear. One easily overlooked point is that the light transmittance of window films must not be less than 70%, otherwise you might be asked to remove them. It's also best to clear any traffic violation records before the annual inspection, or else the trip would be in vain. Last time, I forgot to handle a violation and ended up making an extra trip to the DMV.
