How Many Years Are Vehicles Exempt from Inspection Nowadays?

[GenevieveDella]

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.

[LaOscar]

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.

[AllieRose]

Our family's old car has reached its 11th year, and according to the new policy implemented last year, it now requires an annual inspection. The current inspection cycle is as follows: For vehicles under 10 years old, only the 6th and 10th years require an on-site inspection, with online applications for exemption labels for the remaining years. For vehicles over 10 but under 15 years old, an annual on-site inspection is mandatory. My old car falls right into this category, requiring an annual trip to the inspection station. I recommend booking an appointment at the inspection station in advance and bringing copies of the vehicle registration and insurance documents to avoid long queues. Don't let the hassle deter you from meeting the deadline, as failing to do so could result in fines and penalty points when driving.

[SebastianRose]

Sisters, if you've bought a family car, look here directly: For the first 6 years, your new car doesn’t need any inspection at all. Only in the 6th and 10th years do you need to drive it to the inspection station. For the years in between, just operate on the Traffic Management 12123 APP, click 'Apply for Inspection Exemption Mark,' upload a photo of your compulsory traffic insurance, and you’ll get the electronic mark in two minutes. Everyone in our car owner group tried it last year and said it’s super convenient—no need to take time off to visit the DMV. Just make sure your car doesn’t have major modifications, and any window tinting doesn’t block visibility, as it could affect your application.

[McAndres]

Compared to the previous policies, this is a major upgrade! Now, non-commercial vehicles with 9 seats or below only require two on-site inspections within 10 years: one in the 6th year and another in the 10th. My ride-hailing driver buddy specifically confirmed that his commercial vehicle doesn’t qualify for this benefit. Normally, you just need to apply for an exemption sticker every two years, and it’s super easy to do on the traffic management app. After 10 years, annual on-site inspections are required, so older cars need more diligent maintenance to pass smoothly!

[LaMaximus]

As a practical person who has been paying long-term attention to vehicle annual inspections, the current policy core is 'two inspections in ten years'. The first six years are completely exempt from inspection, with online label collection every two years between six to ten years (but no action required in the eighth year), and the tenth year requires an on-site inspection. Special attention should be paid to modifications like lights, suspension, or spoilers, which may cause the inspection to fail. My car is nearing six years and I've already scheduled an inspection, replacing the bulbs in advance to ensure compliance. Remember to bring the vehicle license and a copy of the insurance policy, and clear all traffic violations on the same day to pass the inspection!