How many times does a 10-year-old car need to be inspected annually under the 2021 new regulations?
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2021 new regulations for vehicle annual inspection requirements are as follows: 1. New cars within 6 years can be exempted from inspection twice (inspection labels need to be applied for every two years, but no on-site vehicle inspection is required). 2. For non-commercial small and mini passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) that are over 6 years but under 10 years old, the inspection cycle has been relaxed from once a year to once every two years. This means private cars only need to undergo on-site inspections twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. 3. For vehicles over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies: once a year for vehicles between 10 and 15 years old, and once every six months for vehicles over 15 years old.
After the implementation of the new regulations in 2021, the vehicle inspection cycle has indeed been simplified. As an ordinary car owner who has driven several vehicles, my old car has already reached the 10-year mark, and according to the rules, it needs to be inspected annually. This falls under the 10 to 15-year phase in the new policy, primarily considering the aging of vehicle components, high risks of brake system and tire wear, requiring regular checks to ensure road safety. I recommend starting preparations a month in advance, such as checking light brightness, brake sensitivity, and getting a comprehensive service. Last year, I almost missed the deadline and was fined a bit, so now I set calendar reminders on my phone. In short, the new regulations make the inspection schedule more reasonable, but don’t overlook routine maintenance.
