How Many Years Can a Normal Private Car Be Driven?
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Private cars generally have a service life of 15 years. According to the Road Traffic Law of the People's Republic of China, non-commercial vehicles have a mandatory scrapping period of 15 years, while motorcycles have a scrapping period of 10 years. Commercial vehicles require an annual mandatory inspection and have a scrapping period of 10 years. Below is an introduction to the mandatory scrapping standards for vehicles: 1. Vehicles that have reached the prescribed service life. 2. Vehicles that still fail to meet the national safety technical standards for in-use vehicles after repair and adjustment. 3. Vehicles that still fail to meet the national standards for pollutant or noise emissions for in-use vehicles after repair, adjustment, or the adoption of control technologies. 4. Vehicles that have not obtained the mandatory inspection qualification mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of their inspection validity period.
How many years can a private car last? I think it's quite reliable to drive normally for over a decade. Based on my years of driving experience, I've seen many cars last 15 or even 20 years—it really depends on how you maintain and use them. For example, my neighbor's car has been running for 18 years, all thanks to regular oil changes and brake system checks. As long as you don't drive on muddy roads every day or push it too hard on highways, part wear will be slower. Climate plays a big role too—cars in the south tend to last longer. Remember to avoid overloading and check tires frequently—it saves hassle and money. Hitting 150,000 to 200,000 kilometers isn't a dream, and saving on a new car is great. Lifespan depends on condition, not just age.
