How long can a private car's annual inspection be overdue without penalty?

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McRafael
07/24/25 10:14am
Annual inspection can be overdue for up to 1 month without penalty. The vehicle inspection must not exceed the stipulated time frame. Inspection can be conducted 3 months in advance or delayed by 1 month. If the inspection is delayed by 2 months, the driver will be fined and penalized with 3 demerit points. Vehicle annual inspection is also known as vehicle annual check. The inspection conducted to apply for a vehicle license is called the initial annual inspection. The content of the annual inspection includes: 1. Inspection: Check if the vehicle comes with a user manual, certificate of conformity (for imported vehicles, the commodity inspection certificate), and if the factory inspection marks on the vehicle body are complete. 2. Measurement: Measure the internal and external dimensions of the vehicle, including the wheelbase and axle track. Specific measurements include vehicle length, width, height, cargo compartment height and area, wheelbase, and axle track. 3. Technical inspection: Conduct the inspection item by item according to technical standards. If passed, fill out the "Initial Inspection and Alteration Registration Form for Motor Vehicles" and record the unladen weight, load capacity, passenger capacity, and seating capacity of the driver's compartment as per the manufacturer's specifications.
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LeAshlyn
08/11/25 5:24am
I must remind everyone that even one day overdue for the annual vehicle inspection is unacceptable - don't take any chances. A friend of mine drove just one week past the deadline and got pulled over by traffic police. Not only was he fined 200 yuan with 3 demerit points on the spot, but his car got impounded immediately. Remember, the DMV's system is fully networked - they'll instantly know you're overdue. What's worse, if you have an accident during the overdue period, insurance companies can legally deny coverage, leaving you to pay all repair costs out of pocket. My advice? Set a phone reminder one month in advance - don't wait until the last minute. Actually, with recent inspection reforms, the process is much faster now. Some testing stations can complete it within an hour, so there's really no need to risk delaying.
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