How Many Years Can a New Car Be Exempt from Inspection?

[LenaRose]

New cars are exempt from inspection for six years, during which they can enjoy two opportunities for exemption from on-site vehicle inspection. Owners of new cars that qualify for exemption only need to collect the annual inspection sticker every two years during the exemption period, without having to undergo on-site inspection. If the vehicle does not qualify for exemption, it must undergo annual inspection according to the relevant regulations for motor vehicle inspection. The following are the specific conditions for the six-year exemption policy for new cars: 1. The motor vehicle must be a non-commercial vehicle; 2. The vehicle's approved passenger capacity must be six or fewer; 3. The vehicle type specified on the driving license must be a sedan, micro ordinary passenger car, micro off-road passenger car, small ordinary passenger car, small off-road passenger car, or small special passenger car; 4. The registration date must be after September 1, 2010; 5. The vehicle must meet all the above conditions and must not have been involved in any traffic accidents causing casualties during the exemption period.

[EthanMarie]

I remember being most concerned about the inspection exemption when buying a new car. According to regulations, new vehicles are exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, but you need to apply for the inspection label online in the 2nd and 4th years. By the 6th year, you must drive to an inspection station, then get another exemption in the 8th year, followed by an on-site inspection in the 10th year. Vehicles older than 10 years require annual inspections. This policy mainly applies to non-commercial private vehicles with 9 seats or fewer - vehicles like pickup trucks or commercial vans don't qualify. I recommend setting up an annual inspection reminder calendar on your phone to avoid missing deadlines, as late inspections can result in point deductions and fines. Even during exemption periods, drivers should regularly check their vehicle's condition and not neglect maintenance just because inspections aren't required.

[LincolnMarie]

When I bought my car, I specifically researched the exemption policy. New vehicles enjoy a 6-year exemption from on-site inspections, only requiring the application for inspection stickers via the Traffic Management 12123 APP every two years. However, there are key milestones to note: the 6th and 10th years mandate a comprehensive inspection at the testing station, covering emissions, brakes, and other items. When my family's daily commuter car reached its 6th year, I promptly took it to the inspection station—the entire process took about half an hour. For vehicles over 10 years old, an annual inspection is required. I recommend placing a sticky note with the inspection date on the vehicle registration certificate, so it serves as a reminder when renewing insurance each year. Although the policy has become more lenient, routine checks like tire pressure and headlights should not be neglected.

[DiEvan]

The new vehicle inspection exemption has specific time nodes: During the first 6 years, you only need to claim the inspection label online in the 2nd and 4th years, with the first actual inspection at the 6th year. Then exempt at the 8th year (label only), and the second inspection at the 10th year. After that, annual inspections are required. My SUV just turned 4 years old, so I directly applied for the electronic inspection label on the 12123 platform without leaving home. However, note that modified vehicles or those involved in major accidents may not qualify for exemption. It's recommended to conduct a comprehensive check for new vehicles in their first year, even though it doesn't require going through the inspection station process. Don't assume exemption means no maintenance – consumables like engine oil and brake pads should be replaced as needed.