Does the vehicle license have an expiration period?

[Finn]

The vehicle license is valid for a long term, but it still requires annual inspection. The inspection expiration date is marked on the supplementary page, which essentially indicates the deadline for the annual inspection. Therefore, the validity period of the vehicle license is also tied to the annual inspection. Different types of vehicles have different validity periods. Below is more relevant information: 1. Annual Inspection: Vehicles exempt from inspection for 6 years do not require on-site testing within the first 6 years, and annual inspection starts from the sixth year, with the vehicle license valid for 5 years; for vehicles older than 6 years, an annual inspection is required, and the vehicle license is valid for 1 year; for vehicles older than 15 years, two inspections per year are required, and the vehicle license is valid for half a year. 2. Vehicle License Cannot Expire: The vehicle license must not expire, as expiration indicates the vehicle has not undergone annual inspection, and uninspected vehicles are not allowed on the road. If driving an uninspected vehicle, once caught, the driver will face a penalty of 3 demerit points and a fine of 200 yuan. Therefore, the annual inspection must be completed before the inspection expiration date marked on the vehicle license. If the vehicle license has expired, the owner should bring relevant documents to the traffic police department within 30 days for processing and apply for re-inspection procedures.

[Judith]

As a car owner who drives frequently, the vehicle license does indeed have an expiration date. I remember one time I forgot to renew it and ended up being stopped by traffic police and fined. The license usually states the validity period, such as the registration date and expiration date. In most parts of China, annual inspections and registration renewals are required. Driving with an expired license is illegal—your car could be towed, and your insurance might become invalid, which would be a huge loss in case of an accident. I recommend checking your license well in advance every year and renewing it online or at the vehicle management office before it expires, bringing along your ID card and relevant vehicle documents. I usually note key dates in my phone calendar as reminders, and this habit saves a lot of hassle—after all, owning a car comes with responsibility. Vehicle maintenance should also be kept up, like synchronizing safety and environmental checks during annual inspections. In short, don’t delay handling these matters; driving with peace of mind is most important to keep life and work running smoothly.

[MacMelanie]

I drive a family car, and the vehicle registration definitely has an expiration date, so it's something I need to keep an eye on every year. Vehicle registration is essential for ensuring safety and road legality. An expired registration can prevent you from driving, which is especially troublesome when you need to pick up or drop off your kids. I usually check it a month in advance—the expiration date is clearly marked on the document. Renewing it at the DMV only takes a few minutes, and the fee is minimal, so it's better than dealing with fines. Also, don’t forget that once it expires, your insurance becomes invalid, and any accident could lead to much bigger losses. Make it a routine to check your registration status annually, and while you're at it, take a look at other maintenance tasks like oil changes and brake lights. Safety comes first—protect your family and don’t let small oversights turn into major issues. Handling things promptly is always the right move.

[Pam]

The vehicle license has an expiration date, and I need to mention this. The validity period is clearly stated on the document, so don't wait until it expires. When renewing, just visit the DMV for a quick process to avoid fines or being pulled over. Keep an eye on the registration date and handle it on time. Drive legally only after your car is properly registered.