How Long Does It Take to Update the Indicators for a Used Car?
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For local transfer of used car indicators, the process can be completed in one day if all required documents are in order. For out-of-town transfers, which involve extracting the vehicle's large and small files, it generally takes about 7 working days to complete. Registration Steps: When the ownership of a registered motor vehicle is transferred, and the residences of both the original and current owners are within the jurisdiction of the same vehicle management office, the current owner must, within 30 days from the date of ownership transfer, fill out the "Motor Vehicle Transfer, Outbound, and Inbound Registration Application Form," submit the following documents to the local vehicle management office for transfer registration, and have the vehicle inspected. Required Documents: Identity proof of the current vehicle owner; "Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate"; Proof of the vehicle's origin; For vehicles released from customs supervision, the "Certificate of Release from Supervision of the People's Republic of China Customs" issued by the supervising customs must be submitted; "Motor Vehicle Driving License."
I just bought a used car, and the speed of indicator updates really surprised me. For the ownership transfer part, the vehicle management office updates the registration certificate within 3 to 7 days after the transaction, sometimes even faster. Then there's the insurance indicator—I opted for comprehensive coverage, which renews annually, and I get a reminder SMS before expiration. The annual inspection update depends on the car's age: new cars require it every two years, while those over five years might need it annually. Don't forget the emissions test indicator—some cities require it every six months, affecting the environmental certificate. I recommend keeping an eye on these updates after purchase to avoid fines. Here’s a tip: download the traffic management app to track the status—it’s hassle-free and convenient. Maintenance records also count as indicators; I check them at the 4S店 every six months to ensure safety.
