How many months in advance can I get my vehicle inspected during the six-year exemption period?
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During the six-year exemption period, you can get your vehicle inspected three months in advance. Below are the methods for applying for an electronic inspection mark and how the inspection date is determined: How to apply for an electronic inspection mark for vehicles exempt from inspection within 6 years: Open the Traffic Management 12123 app, find "Exempt Vehicle Inspection Mark Application" in the business center. After confirming the information is correct, obtain and enter the verification code, then submit to receive the motor vehicle inspection qualification mark, which is the electronic inspection mark. Determination of the inspection date: The vehicle inspection time is not based on a specific date but is calculated by month. For example, if the inspection expiry date is September 10th, you can get your vehicle inspected in advance during July, August, and September. Even if the inspection is done on the last day of September, it is still within the reasonable time frame.
I remember when I first bought my car, as a new driver, I knew nothing. Hearing about the six-year exemption from inspection, I thought I didn’t need to do anything, and almost got fined for letting it expire. Actually, during the exemption period, you mainly need to visit the vehicle management office in the second and fourth years to complete the procedures—it’s not really exempt. Officially, you can handle it within three months before the annual inspection’s expiry date. For example, if the expiry is at the end of December, you can go in early October. I recommend acting early and not waiting until the last week when the queues are too long, to save time. A quick reminder: don’t forget to bring basic documents like your ID card, vehicle license, and compulsory insurance policy. Nowadays, many places support app reservations, which is quite convenient. If you miss the deadline, you could face fines and points deducted, and in case of an accident, insurance might not cover it. Developing this habit is crucial for driving safety.
