How Many Years Can a Private Car Be Driven?
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Private cars can generally be driven for about 15 years, and they are considered scrapped once the mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers. The consequences of not scrapping the car upon expiration include: 1. Affecting the renewal or annual review of the driver's license; 2. Driving a car that has not undergone the annual review may result in fines and revocation of the driver's license; 3. The car will be forcibly scrapped, and the owner will bear the costs. The car scrapping process is as follows: 1. The owner fills out an application form; 2. The application is registered and reviewed, and a scrapping notice is issued. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age, a notice will be issued after inspection and confirmation that the vehicle meets the scrapping standards; 3. The owner takes the car scrapping notice to a qualified recycling company to deliver the vehicle; 4. The company dismantles the car and takes photos after inspection; 5. The owner checks and signs the form, and the license plate is reclaimed. The scrapping registration is then processed according to regulations.
I've done thorough research on this matter, and the policy has indeed become more lenient now. Previously, private cars were mandatorily scrapped after 15 years, but that rule has long been abolished. The key factor is whether the vehicle can pass the annual inspection. Take my neighbor's old Jetta for example - registered in 1998, it was still running normally last year. Just change the engine oil regularly, replace tires when needed, and make sure the three major components don't have significant issues. I recommend focusing on engine and chassis maintenance - with proper care, 200,000 kilometers is generally achievable. Of course, neglecting critical maintenance like long overdue brake fluid changes can be dangerous and cause issues during inspections. Remember that vehicles over 15 years old require biannual inspections - as long as it passes inspection, you can drive it until it falls apart.
