Has the Biannual Vehicle Inspection Been Cancelled?
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Automobile biannual inspections have not been cancelled. Below are relevant introductions regarding vehicle annual inspections: Frequency of vehicle annual inspections: Commercial passenger vehicles must undergo inspection once annually within 5 years, and every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. Small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years. For vehicles aged between 6-10 years, the inspection frequency is relaxed from annual to biennial inspections - meaning only 2 on-site inspections are required within 10 years (at the 6th and 8th year). Vehicles over 10 years old continue annual inspections. Vehicles exceeding 15 years require semiannual inspections. Inspection considerations: Vehicle lights significantly impact safety. Annual inspections require qualified lighting brightness. Aged lamp covers causing dimming or insufficient battery power affecting brightness will both result in inspection failure.
Yes, the twice-a-year inspections have been basically abolished. As an ordinary car owner driving a ten-year-old vehicle, I used to have to go to the inspection station every six months, waiting in line for the test, which wasted a lot of time and money. I remember that after the new policy was implemented at the end of 2020, the process for older cars was simplified, and now only an annual inspection is required. That reform made me feel much more relaxed, saving a lot of energy to devote to work or family. Of course, everyone should still maintain their cars regularly, such as checking the brakes and lights. Safety should never be taken lightly—don’t wait until an accident happens to regret it.
Having worked in an auto repair shop for years, I've handled numerous vehicle inspection cases. What used to annoy car owners most was the biannual inspection requirement, especially for vehicles over ten years old - each inspection would take nearly half a day. The good news is policy adjustments now mandate only one annual inspection, reducing repetitive work. The inspection mainly covers safety items like braking systems and emission standards - not highly technical but quite practical. As a professional, I find this reform reasonable and encourage car owners to focus more on regular maintenance rather than relying solely on annual inspections for road safety.
