How early can the 2-year inspection exemption decal be obtained?
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New vehicles eligible for inspection exemption can apply for the process up to three months in advance. Required documents for application include the vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy. According to Article 49 of the 'Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations', vehicle owners may apply for the inspection compliance decal at the local vehicle management office up to three months before the expiration of the current inspection validity period. Relevant information about vehicle annual inspection is as follows: 1. Introduction: Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory examination for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and vehicle licenses, equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles conducted in accordance with the 'Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety'. 2. Purpose: Vehicle annual inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents.
I just bought a new car not long ago, picked it up last year. When I asked the salesperson before the expiration date this year, he said the inspection exemption label could be applied for three months in advance. I got it done using the Traffic Management 12123 APP, applied two months ahead, and it was super fast—just entered the license plate number, uploaded photos, and the electronic tag was issued immediately. Definitely don’t wait until the last one or two days; system lag or incomplete materials can easily cause trouble. My colleague Xiao Liu forgot to apply early last month and only handled it after expiration, resulting in a 200-yuan fine and points deducted, plus several days of hassle. Applying early saves both worry and money. For a newbie like me, setting a phone reminder is super practical—starting the process by the end of March before the expiration date is absolutely fine.
Safety always comes first when my wife, kids, and I go on road trips. Based on my experience, applying for the inspection exemption label within three months in advance is the safest bet. Around 90 days before expiration, the app opens the application portal – just fill in the vehicle details with a few clicks. Don’t apply too early or too late; I’ve found one month ahead works perfectly to avoid testing station queues. Waiting until just days before is risky – network issues or expired documents could lead to traffic police fines and disrupt your trip. My family car is my treasure, so I recommend treating this like routine maintenance: check records when due and get it done early for peace of mind.
