Does the vehicle inspection validity period until July refer to the beginning or end of the month?

[Gertrude]

When the vehicle inspection validity period expires in July, the specified time refers to the end of July. That is to say, the annual inspection validity period for the vehicle is until July 31st, and the annual inspection must be completed before July 31st. Here is additional information: 1. It's important to note that the "6-year exemption from inspection" for motor vehicles does not mean "no inspection" but rather "exemption from on-site inspection for 6 years". The owner or user of the motor vehicle must collect the inspection compliance mark from the traffic management department window by the deadline specified on the vehicle license. 2. Annual inspections can be processed up to 3 months in advance. When handling the annual inspection, materials such as the vehicle license, compulsory traffic insurance policy, and vehicle and vessel tax payment certificate need to be provided.

[JuneRose]

As an ordinary car owner, I often reflect on past misunderstandings when encountering such issues. That time, my vehicle inspection sticker read "Valid until July," and I naively thought it expired on July 1st. I rushed to the inspection station, only for the technician to explain that the standard validity lasts until the 31st, saving me an unnecessary trip. Indeed, in vehicle registration, if the validity period is stated as "until a certain month," it generally means the last day of that month—July 31st in this case, unless the document specifies a particular date. Overdue inspections may lead to fines or penalty points, and insurance might deny claims in case of an accident. I recommend checking the specific field on your vehicle registration certificate; if it states "Valid until YYYY-MM," it means the entire month is valid. Schedule your inspection well before July to avoid long queues at repair shops during the last-minute rush. This way, you can drive with peace of mind and avoid legal troubles.

[MakaylaDella]

From a daily driving perspective, when a vehicle inspection validity is marked "until July," it clearly means the deadline is July 31st, not the 1st of the month. This standard is unified across the industry to avoid date confusion. Driving with an expired inspection can result in fines of several hundred yuan if stopped by traffic police, and may also lead to point deductions. I always remind friends to check the original vehicle registration certificate, which clearly prints the exact expiration date. For safety, it's fine to handle it around mid-July while getting the car serviced. The risks of overdue inspection are significant – in case of an accident, you'll bear full responsibility, rendering your insurance useless. Book a service station appointment early; don't wait until month-end when it's overcrowded. Remember, handling small matters promptly ensures smoother and worry-free driving.

[Nicola]

I often hear such questions on the road, simply put: the inspection validity until July usually refers to July 31st. Don't get confused and mistake it for the beginning of the month, to avoid wasting time and money. Overdue vehicle inspection carries risks, such as being stopped by the police who may issue a ticket, affecting your credit. Check the vehicle documents to confirm the date; usually, the month written on the driving license or inspection slip represents the end of the month. It is recommended to complete the inspection before July, with safe driving being the top priority.