How Many Days Overdue for Vehicle Inspection is Considered Late?

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DeKaylee
08/27/25 6:41am
An annual vehicle inspection is considered overdue if it is delayed by even one day. It's important to note the calculation of time. The latest date for a normal vehicle inspection is within the registration month of the vehicle. For example, if a vehicle was registered on July 1st, it must complete the inspection within July to be considered valid. The inspection process includes: 1. Filling out the annual inspection application form: Go to the inspection site and fill out an annual inspection application form, providing the applicant and vehicle information. 2. Waiting in line: After filling out the form, drive the vehicle to the inspection station and wait in line for the station staff to take the vehicle in for inspection. 3. Paying the inspection fee: The inspection takes some time, approximately 15 to 20 minutes, after which you need to pay the inspection fee at the payment window. 4. Receiving the inspection results: After the inspection, the station will issue an inspection report and an environmental label with the signed copy of the vehicle registration. This indicates that the inspection has been passed, and remember to affix the environmental label to the vehicle.
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JasmineLee
09/09/25 5:33am
I've been in automotive consulting for several years and noticed many people are confused about vehicle inspections. Actually, according to national regulations, once the inspection validity period expires, it's considered overdue without a fixed grace period. For example, if your inspection is due on May 1st and you haven't done it by May 2nd, it's already overdue – even just one day counts as a violation. This standard is consistently enforced nationwide, including in major cities like Beijing or Shanghai. If caught by traffic police, you'll face a 200 yuan fine, 3 demerit points, and possible vehicle impoundment. Worse yet, if you're involved in an accident during the overdue period, insurance companies will likely deny claims, leaving you to cover repair costs. My advice: don't procrastinate. Set a phone reminder 10 days in advance and check the due date using the 'Traffic Management 12123' app for peace of mind. Fellow drivers, remember – small oversights carry big risks, so don't let busy schedules make you forget important dates.
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