How Early Can Motor Vehicles Undergo Annual Inspection?
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Motor vehicles can undergo annual inspection up to 3 months in advance. According to Article 40 of Order No. 102 from the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China: The owner of a motor vehicle may apply for an inspection compliance mark at the vehicle management office of the registration location within three months before the expiration of the motor vehicle's inspection validity period. Annual inspection procedure: First, after submitting the inspection application, the vehicle must pass an on-site inspection. The vehicle is driven into an automatic inspection area where emissions, speed, lights, side slip, and chassis are sequentially checked against standards. Only when all items pass can the vehicle proceed. Next is the appearance inspection, verifying the accuracy of the vehicle's license plate, type, body color, engine number, VIN code, and frame number. Then, the body appearance is inspected, including details such as the bumper, engine compartment, rearview mirrors, lower mirrors, window glass, paint surface, engine operation status, and the interior of buses and wheels. Finally, the owner can obtain the inspection report and application form from the inspector. If all inspection items pass, the owner can proceed to pay the inspection fee and collect the vehicle license and compliance label. If any items fail, the owner must make repairs and participate in a re-inspection until all items pass before proceeding with the visa procedures.