How long can the annual inspection be overdue?

[ChloeAnn]

Annual inspection cannot be postponed. According to regulations, the annual inspection should be applied for within 90 days (about 3 months) in advance of the deadline. At the same time, all traffic violations of the vehicle must be handled before the annual inspection. As long as the annual inspection validity period is exceeded, it will be considered overdue, and the penalty will be 3 points deducted and a fine of 200 yuan. Problems caused by not conducting annual inspection: 1. If an accident occurs without annual inspection, the claim will not be compensated. According to the "Motor Vehicle Third Party Liability Insurance Clause", if the insured vehicle is not inspected as required or fails the annual inspection, or the insured vehicle does not have other valid driving documents at the time of a traffic accident, the insurer will not be liable for compensation. That is, the insurance contract stipulates that it only applies to qualified and legal vehicles. In addition to not paying for traffic accidents involving vehicles that have not undergone annual inspection on time, the insurance company will also refuse to pay for lost vehicles. 2. Vehicles that do not undergo annual inspection will be impounded and fined. For vehicles that do not participate in the annual inspection, the police can impose a fine of 200 yuan and deduct 3 points in accordance with the "Road Traffic Safety Law", and the vehicle will also be temporarily impounded.

[VanPaige]

About the annual vehicle inspection, I remember I almost forgot to deal with it last year and ended up remembering it almost a week later. Actually, you can't delay too long after the expiration date. According to regulations, generally, you're not allowed to drive on the road from the day it expires. Some places might have a grace period of maybe three to five days, but it's best not to take the risk. Safety first—if you drive without the annual inspection and get into an accident, the insurance company might not cover it. Plus, if you're caught, you'll face fines, points deducted, and possibly even have your car impounded. I suggest everyone set a phone calendar reminder and get it done at the inspection station a month in advance to avoid trouble. It's not worth disrupting your daily commute and life rhythm over this.

[VanEverly]

As an experienced driver, I've noticed that many people think it's okay to be a few days overdue, but the actual risks are quite significant. Overdue annual inspection essentially equals driving illegally, and the consequences if caught by traffic police include fines, demerit points, and possibly even vehicle impoundment. The official grace period is very small—usually, once overdue, you must address it immediately and cannot wait. More importantly, there are safety hazards: without regular checks on brakes, lights, and other components, the car is prone to malfunctions that could lead to accidents. Insurance claims can also become troublesome. I recommend that car owners develop the habit of checking their annual inspection status during routine maintenance. Delaying only piles up problems, wastes time and effort, and leads to unnecessary expenses.

[PeytonAnn]

I personally place great emphasis on compliance with regulations. Driving with an expired annual inspection is legally prohibited. Common penalties include a fine of 200-500 yuan plus demerit points. If the expiration period is prolonged, such as exceeding 30 days, the vehicle may be impounded or the license plate revoked. From a safety perspective, an expired inspection means the vehicle's safety performance has not been verified, increasing the risk of accidents. Insurance companies may also deny claims. In practice, it is advisable to promptly contact an inspection station to address the issue after expiration. I recommend against taking chances with delays, as this concerns public safety and legal responsibilities. I always use an APP to schedule services, simplifying the process.