How Many Kilometers Before a Car is Scrapped?
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Cars are required to be scrapped after reaching 600,000 kilometers. Before scrapping, any traffic violations must be handled; otherwise, it may affect the owner's credit score and cause inconvenience in future life. Consequences of not scrapping the car on time include: 1. Impacting the renewal or annual inspection of the driver's license; 2. Driving a car that has not undergone inspection may result in fines and revocation of the driver's license; 3. The car will be forcibly scrapped, with the owner bearing the cost. The car scrapping process is as follows: 1. The owner fills out an application form; 2. The application is registered and reviewed, and a scrapping notice is issued. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age limit, a notice will be issued after inspection confirms they meet the scrapping standards; 3. The owner takes the scrapping notice to a qualified recycling company to deliver the vehicle; 4. The company dismantles the car and takes photos after inspection; 5. The owner checks and signs the form, the license plate is reclaimed, and the scrapping registration is processed according to regulations.
I remember private cars used to be mandatorily scrapped after 15 years, but now the policy has been relaxed, shifting to a guided scrappage system. Generally, when a car reaches around 600,000 kilometers, it's recommended for scrapping. However, the actual condition of the car matters more. My neighbor's old Jetta has already clocked 700,000 kilometers, and with regular replacement of wear-prone parts, it still runs fine. The key factors are the exhaust emissions and annual inspection results. If the catalytic converter is worn out and fails emission standards, or if the chassis is severely rusted, the car might need to be scrapped early even before hitting 600,000 kilometers. My advice is not to focus solely on the odometer; regular maintenance is crucial. The condition of the chassis, transmission, and engine is far more important.
