How Long Until a Private Car is Scrapped?
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Private cars have no usage lifespan limit. Private car scrapping regulations: For family-use 5-seat sedans and 7-seat SUVs, as well as non-commercial small and mini vehicles, there is no usage lifespan limit. When the normal driving mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the government will recommend scrapping. In addition to the above-mentioned vehicles, small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles, large non-commercial sedans, and wheeled special-purpose machinery vehicles also have no usage lifespan limit. Common commercial vehicle scrapping regulations: Small and mini taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping lifespan of 8 years, medium-sized taxi passenger vehicles 10 years, and large taxi passenger vehicles 12 years. Public transport passenger vehicles have a scrapping lifespan of 13 years, other small and mini commercial passenger vehicles 10 years, and large and medium-sized commercial passenger vehicles 15 years; mini commercial trucks have a scrapping lifespan of 8 years, while light and large commercial trucks have a scrapping lifespan of 10 years.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I've witnessed various scenarios of private car scrapping. Cars aren't scrapped based on a fixed timeframe, but rather on how you drive and maintain them. I personally own a compact car that's been running for eighteen years, with regular oil changes and brake/tire inspections, and it's had no major issues. However, poor maintenance—like frequently driving on mountain roads or neglecting minor problems—might mean it won't last beyond ten years. The key point is that once the mileage exceeds 150,000 kilometers, engine wear becomes significant, and repair costs skyrocket, prompting many to consider scrapping. Additionally, safety is crucial; older cars may have unreliable brakes, which can lead to serious trouble in an accident. I recommend an annual comprehensive inspection and timely repairs of minor faults to extend the car's lifespan by several years. In summary, private cars are typically scrapped around the ten-year mark, but it varies by vehicle.
