How Many Years Are Vehicles Exempt from Inspection Nowadays?
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Nowadays, if a vehicle is new, it is exempt from inspection for six years, calculated from the date of purchase. However, even though it is said that new cars are exempt from inspection for six years, the owner still needs to apply for an inspection label at the vehicle management office every two years. If the owner fails to apply, it means the vehicle did not undergo the annual inspection that year. When applying for the inspection label at the vehicle management office, the owner needs to bring some documents and pay attention to certain issues: 1. The original vehicle license must be brought; 2. The owner's ID card must be brought, and if there is an agent, the agent's ID card must also be included; 3. A valid compulsory insurance policy for the current year must be provided; 4. A valid vehicle and vessel tax or tax exemption certificate for the current year, as well as the vehicle registration certificate, must be brought.
When I first got my new car, I looked into this policy. Now, for family-use small cars, you only need to undergo two on-site inspections within the first 10 years—once in the 6th year and once in the 10th year. For the first few years, there's no need to visit the inspection station; you can simply apply for the electronic inspection mark every two years through the Traffic Management 12123 app. My car, which is 3 years old, doesn’t require any inspection hassle at all—just a few taps on my phone to update the mark. This policy is especially user-friendly for regular family cars, saving both time and money. However, it’s crucial to remember to handle any overdue traffic violations, or you won’t be able to apply for the exemption mark.
