How Many Kilometers Can a Motor Vehicle Drive Before Being Scrapped?
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The mileage limits for motor vehicle scrapping are as follows: 1. Small and micro-sized taxi passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 2. Medium-sized taxi passenger vehicles: 500,000 kilometers; 3. Large taxi passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 4. Rental passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 5. Small and medium-sized coach passenger vehicles: 500,000 kilometers; 6. Large coach passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 7. Public transport passenger vehicles: 400,000 kilometers; 8. Other small and micro-sized commercial passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 9. Medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles: 500,000 kilometers; 10. Large non-commercial passenger vehicles: 600,000 kilometers; 11. Special school buses: 400,000 kilometers; 12. Special operation vehicles and wheeled special machinery vehicles: 500,000 kilometers; 13. Three-wheeled motorcycles: 100,000 kilometers, other motorcycles: 120,000 kilometers.
As someone who has been driving for a long time, the scrapping standards for motor vehicles are not solely determined by mileage. In China, the primary criterion is the vehicle's age, typically mandating compulsory scrapping after 15 years, regardless of whether it has traveled 100,000 kilometers or 300,000 kilometers. The reasons are straightforward: older vehicles tend to emit more pollutants, negatively impacting air quality, and they pose greater safety risks, such as potential brake system failures or engine overheating. While some argue that well-maintained cars can still be used, the regulations prioritize public safety. I recommend regular vehicle maintenance and periodic inspections to extend a car's lifespan. Once a vehicle approaches the 15-year mark, it's advisable to prepare for the scrapping process to avoid last-minute hassles. Additionally, high-mileage vehicles in good condition may last a few more years, but mileage is not the decisive factor.
