How Long Can the License Plate of a Scrapped Vehicle Be Retained?

[Robyn]

The license plate of a scrapped vehicle can be retained for approximately one year. Here is some information about scrapped vehicles: 1. Introduction: A scrapped vehicle refers to a vehicle that has reached a certain service life, or has been severely damaged or is in poor technical condition due to other reasons, cannot be repaired, has fuel consumption exceeding 50% of the national standard, and is mandatorily scrapped according to government regulations. 2. Overview: When a vehicle reaches a certain period of use, most components of its various systems have completed their service life, and maintenance and repairs can no longer ensure safe driving. It should be promptly scrapped and replaced. 3. Regulations: According to the Ministry of Commerce website, the Ministry of Commerce, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Public Security, and the Ministry of Environmental Protection jointly issued the "Regulations on the Mandatory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles," which was reviewed and approved at the 68th ministerial meeting of the Ministry of Commerce on August 24, 2012, and came into effect on May 1, 2013.

[DeLily]

I recently scrapped my old car and was curious about how long the license plate could be retained. To be honest, the license plate itself is reclaimed by the DMV when the vehicle is scrapped and cannot remain on the car. However, if your license plate number has been used for more than one year, you can apply to the DMV to retain the original plate within six months after the vehicle is scrapped or deregistered. The retention period is generally one year from the date of approval, during which you can purchase a new car and still use the old plate. If it expires, the plate becomes invalid, and you will need to reapply for a new plate or go through the lottery process again. This is crucial, especially for those who have sentimental attachment to their plates—missing the opportunity would be regrettable. In short, handling the paperwork early is the best way to avoid hassle, so don’t delay.

[JonathanRose]

You can't keep the license plate of a scrapped vehicle indefinitely—it gets directly deactivated. However, if you wish to continue using that plate number, you can apply to retain it within six months after the vehicle is scrapped. The plate can then be reserved for about a year for use on a future new car, provided it had been used for at least one year prior to scrapping. Failure to handle this promptly will result in expiration, forcing you to apply for a new plate—quite a hassle. It's advisable to contact the DMV immediately after the incident to avoid regrets later. Additionally, don't forget to complete the vehicle deregistration process post-scrapping; don't focus solely on the plate and overlook other details.

[StAnthony]

When a vehicle is scrapped, its license plate will be revoked by the vehicle management office. However, if the license plate has been used for more than one year, the owner can apply to retain it within six months after the vehicle is scrapped or traded. The retention period is one year, during which the plate can be installed on a new vehicle. If the deadline is exceeded, the plate becomes invalid, and a new license plate application is required.