How is the early vehicle inspection date calculated?
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Early vehicle inspection dates are calculated based on the annual inspection expiration month and year printed on the supplementary page of the vehicle's registration certificate. Below are the specific regulations for vehicle inspections: 1. Commercial passenger vehicles: Inspected once a year within the first 5 years; inspected once every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. 2. Trucks and large/medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles: Inspected once a year within the first 10 years; inspected once every 6 months after exceeding 10 years. 3. Small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles: Inspected once every 2 years within the first 6 years; inspected once a year after exceeding 6 years; inspected once every 6 months after exceeding 15 years.
I recently finished handling my vehicle inspection, and calculating the early inspection date is actually quite simple. Generally, you can process it three months in advance. For example, if your vehicle’s inspection expiry date is marked as December on the driving license, you can go starting from October 1st. I recommend going at the beginning of the month to save trouble, as it gets crowded at the end of the month with long queues. Last year, I almost missed the deadline by cutting it too close, but luckily the staff reminded me that there was a three-day grace period. Nowadays, setting a 90-day reminder on your phone calendar is the safest bet. Don’t forget to bring your compulsory traffic insurance policy and a copy of your ID card. If your car has modified lights, it’s best to restore them to their original condition beforehand.
