How many kilometers does a normal car need to reach before being scrapped?

[LoganFitz]

A private car will be guided to be scrapped by the state when it reaches 600,000 kilometers under normal driving conditions. Regulations on scrapping private cars: For household 5-seat sedans and 7-seat SUVs, as well as small and micro non-commercial vehicles, there is no usage lifespan limit. The state will guide their scrapping when they reach 600,000 kilometers under normal driving conditions. In addition to the above vehicles, small and micro non-commercial passenger cars, large non-commercial sedans, and wheeled special machinery vehicles also have no usage lifespan restrictions. Common regulations on scrapping commercial vehicles: Small and micro 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 bus passenger vehicles have a scrapping lifespan of 13 years, other small and micro commercial passenger vehicles 10 years, and large and medium commercial passenger vehicles 15 years. Micro commercial trucks have a scrapping lifespan of 8 years, while light and large commercial trucks have a scrapping lifespan of 10 years.

[OVictoria]

Having driven for over 20 years, I've found that the mileage at which a car is scrapped really varies from person to person. Generally speaking, 100,000 to 200,000 kilometers is a common starting point, but with proper maintenance—like regular oil changes, tire and brake inspections—a car can last up to 300,000 kilometers or even more. My previous car ran up to 280,000 kilometers before I replaced it, all thanks to timely maintenance, avoiding sudden acceleration and overloading. On the contrary, if maintenance is neglected, the car might be scrapped before reaching 150,000 kilometers. I recommend a comprehensive inspection every 50,000 kilometers to extend its lifespan. Additionally, if a car is over 15 years old, even with low mileage, it might be forcibly scrapped due to emission policies, so that’s something to keep in mind.

[LaAlexa]

The scrapping mileage of a car entirely depends on how you drive and maintain it. Modern vehicle engines and transmission systems are designed to last around 250,000 kilometers, but good habits can significantly extend their lifespan. From my own tests, regularly cleaning filters, checking the cooling system, and avoiding prolonged idling can prevent premature wear. I've seen taxis still operating at 400,000 kilometers, all thanks to these details. If neglected, the car might need scrapping at just 100,000 kilometers due to prohibitively high repair costs. With reasonable driving and timely maintenance, exceeding 250,000 kilometers is entirely achievable.

[ChristopherAnn]

From an economic perspective, when a vehicle reaches around 200,000 kilometers, maintenance costs typically begin to exceed the car's own value, making scrapping more cost-effective. New cars have fewer issues in the first 100,000 kilometers, but after more than 15 years, major engine overhauls and frequent transmission problems occur, with repairs often costing thousands or even tens of thousands. For example, my own old car, after reaching 180,000 kilometers, became too expensive to replace parts, so I directly switched to a new car. Evaluating mileage and vehicle condition helps make a comprehensive decision on the scrapping point, which averages between 200,000 and 250,000 kilometers.

[VanStephen]

As someone who cares about sustainability, vehicle scrapping shouldn't just consider mileage but also environmental impact. The normal range is between 200,000 to 300,000 kilometers, but proper maintenance can reduce pollution and resource waste. I drove a hybrid vehicle to 250,000 kilometers before scrapping it, extending its lifespan by using the air conditioning less and correctly utilizing the external air circulation. After emission standards were updated, older vehicles became easier to phase out. It's advisable to maintain early to stay compliant and reduce the ecological footprint of frequent scrapping.