How Many Years Can a BMW Last?

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2020 vehicle scrapping regulations have abolished the mileage limit for non-commercial passenger vehicles, while setting the maximum mileage for private cars at 600,000 kilometers. Therefore, theoretically, a BMW has no usage time limit as long as it passes annual inspections. However, there are practical limitations: 1. Mandatory scrapping without passing inspections: For vehicles older than 15 years, if they fail to pass inspections for three consecutive cycles (1.5 years), they will be mandatorily scrapped. Additionally, these vehicles require biannual inspections, which can be cumbersome, leading many owners to opt for scrapping. After 20 years, inspections increase to four times annually. 2. Mileage cannot exceed 600,000 km: Vehicles will be mandatorily scrapped if they fail safety or emission standards or exceed 600,000 kilometers. 3. Difficulty in obtaining spare parts: After a certain period, car models are discontinued, making spare parts hard to find. Repair costs also rise significantly, often prompting owners to scrap the vehicle even before reaching the mandatory scrapping age.