How many points will be deducted for changing the color without updating the vehicle registration certificate?
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Changing the color without updating the vehicle registration certificate will not result in point deductions but will incur a certain fine. Below is an extended introduction: 1. Legal provisions: 1) According to Article 10 of the "Regulations on the Registration of Motor Vehicles" issued by the Ministry of Public Security: If a registered motor vehicle has any of the following circumstances, the owner of the vehicle shall apply for a change of registration to the local vehicle management office. Among these, "changing the body color" is listed in the first paragraph of this article. 2) Additionally, according to Article 56, Item 5 of the "Regulations on the Registration of Motor Vehicles": Changing the body color, replacing the engine, body, or frame without applying for a change of registration within the time limit specified in Article 10 will result in a warning or a fine from the traffic management department of the public security authority. 2. Correct practice: If a registered motor vehicle undergoes a change in body color, the owner should apply for a change of registration at the local vehicle management office within ten days after the change.
As an ordinary car owner, I once changed the color of my car and, to save trouble, didn’t update the vehicle registration certificate in time. As a result, I was stopped by traffic police, fined 200 yuan, and had one point deducted from my license. At the time, I was quite frustrated, but after asking friends, I realized that after changing the color, you must register and update the vehicle registration certificate at the DMV within 10 days; otherwise, it’s considered a violation. One point might not sound like much, but accumulating too many can affect your driving record and even complicate annual inspections. My advice is to check the regulations first when making such modifications and complete the change procedures as soon as possible to avoid trouble like I did. From a safety perspective, failing to register a color change can make the vehicle harder to identify in case of an accident, posing greater risks. Overall, while a single point deduction may seem minor, it’s worth being cautious—don’t overlook the details.
