How Many Years Before a Sedan Requires Biannual Inspections?
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After 15 years of vehicle use, the car needs to undergo two annual inspections per year. Below is an introduction to the vehicle inspection items: Vehicle Appearance: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and auxiliary equipment are clean, complete, and effective. Whether the paint surface is uniform and aesthetically pleasing. Vehicle Performance: Whether the main assemblies have been replaced and whether they match the initial inspection records. Check whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lights, exhaust, and other safety performance meet the requirements. Vehicle Documents: Verify whether the vehicle has been modified, remodeled, or altered, and whether the driving license, license plate, and all vehicle file registrations match the actual condition of the vehicle, with any changes, and whether approval and modification procedures have been completed. Check for any damage, tampering, or illegible characters on the license plate, driving license, and the enlarged license plate characters printed on the vehicle, and whether they need replacement.
I've been driving my old car for many years. Once a car reaches 10 years old, it needs to undergo inspections twice a year, meaning a trip to the inspection station every six months. The reason is that as a car ages, various components like brake discs and the engine start to wear out, increasing the risk of safety hazards if driven for too long without checks. I remember during my first six-month inspection, the inspector found a severely worn tire that could have caused an accident. Looking back now, regular inspections are something you can't afford to skip—safety comes first. Plus, maintaining your car well can extend its lifespan, saving you trouble in the long run. And if you call ahead to schedule an appointment before the inspection, it can save a lot of waiting time and make the experience much smoother.
