How Long Can a Vehicle Be Driven Before It Is Considered Scrapped?
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Vehicle Scrapping Age Limits: 1. Non-commercial passenger vehicles with 9 seats or fewer (including cars and SUVs) must be scrapped after 15 years of use; 2. Tourist passenger vehicles and non-commercial passenger vehicles with more than 9 seats must be scrapped after 10 years of use; 3. Commercial large buses must be scrapped after 10 years of use; 4. Vehicles converted from commercial to non-commercial use or vice versa must be scrapped according to the commercial vehicle regulation (8 years). The vehicle scrapping age limit is a safety inspection system based on the number of seats and the period of use. According to regulations, small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles, large non-commercial cars, and wheeled special machinery vehicles have no usage age limit.
I've been driving for over thirty years and have gone through the scrapping process of several cars. Vehicle scrapping isn't just about how long you've owned it; mileage and condition are key factors. My old sedan reached 350,000 kilometers after twelve years, with frequent engine issues. Each repair cost over 10,000 yuan, exceeding the car's actual value, leaving no choice but to scrap it. Well-maintained cars may last longer, but once they reach a certain age, component aging—like brake system wear or chassis rust—significantly increases road risks. I recommend regular maintenance checks, such as oil changes and tire inspections, which can extend a car's lifespan by several years. However, don't push it until an accident happens—regret comes too late. Policies vary by region; for example, my city mandates scrapping at 15 years or 600,000 kilometers if emissions fail standards. Staying vigilant about vehicle condition and safety is what truly matters.
