How Many Years Until a Vehicle is Mandatorily Scrapped?

[Savannah]

Non-commercial vehicles and commercial vehicles have different mandatory scrapping periods, as detailed below: Non-commercial vehicle scrapping regulations: For household 5-seat sedans and 7-seat SUVs, as well as non-commercial small and mini vehicles, there is no usage period limit. When the normal mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the state will guide the scrapping process. In addition to the above vehicles, small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles, large non-commercial sedans, and wheeled special machinery vehicles also have no usage period limit. Common commercial vehicle scrapping regulations: Small and mini taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 8 years, medium-sized taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 10 years, and large taxi passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 12 years. Public transport passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 13 years, other small and mini commercial passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 10 years, and large and medium-sized commercial passenger vehicles have a scrapping period of 15 years. Mini commercial trucks have a scrapping period of 8 years, while light and large commercial trucks have a scrapping period of 10 years. The vehicle scrapping process is as follows: The vehicle owner applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out the "Motor Vehicle Change, Transfer, Modification, Suspension, and Scrapping Approval Application Form" in duplicate and affix the owner's seal. The registration office will accept the application and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" for vehicles that have reached the scrapping period. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping period, the motor vehicle inspection office will determine if they meet the scrapping standards and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" if applicable. The vehicle owner can choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle with the "Notice". The recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos after verifying the "Notice". The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. The vehicle owner must submit the "Change Form", "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form", "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate", and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the motor vehicle inspection office for verification and signature. The license plates will be reclaimed, and the scrapping registration will be processed according to regulations. Special notes: According to Article 30 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations", if a vehicle is damaged and cannot be driven back to the place of registration, the owner may sell the scrapped vehicle to a local motor vehicle recycling company. Commercial vehicles converted to non-commercial use must still be scrapped according to the original commercial vehicle scrapping period. According to Article 43 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations", after completing the transfer or cancellation of a motor vehicle's registration, the original owner may apply to the vehicle management office to use the original license plate number when registering a newly purchased vehicle. The application must meet the following conditions: (1) The application must be submitted within six months after the transfer or cancellation of registration; (2) The owner must have owned the original vehicle for more than three years.

[ChristopherLynn]

Now private cars are no longer subject to mandatory scrapping based on age limits, which is really reassuring. My family's 10-year-old car is still running on the road. However, it's important to note that when the mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the authorities will guide you to scrap it. My friend was reminded during the last annual inspection that the engine was severely worn and close to this mileage, so he needs to plan ahead. Different types of vehicles have different regulations; for example, taxis must be scrapped after eight years, and heavy-duty trucks for commercial use have a 15-year limit. Before taking an old car on the highway, it's best to check the vehicle's condition, as aging steering and braking systems can be life-threatening hazards.

[OCaroline]

Last time when helping my dad deal with his old car, I specifically researched this matter. There's no mandatory scrapping age for regular family sedans, but for commercial-use vehicles like driving school cars, they must be scrapped after 10 years. Some regions also implement environmentally-guided retirement policies - my neighbor's old minivan failed emissions standards and was advised to replace it with a new energy vehicle. If the mileage exceeds 600,000 kilometers, it's indeed time to change cars. Last week at the repair shop, the owner pointed at my odometer saying the bearings were nearly worn through. Policies vary slightly by region, so I suggest asking the 4S shop about the latest regulations during routine maintenance to avoid issues during annual inspections.

[StBeau]

Mandatory scrapping depends on the vehicle's usage. Non-commercial passenger cars have no fixed scrapping period—my colleague's 2003 Jetta is still used as a commuter car in the city. However, commercial vehicles like taxis and rental cars are generally scrapped after 8 years. Note that the mandatory scrapping standards state that failing annual inspections three times in a row or exceeding emission limits will require scrapping. Too many ownership transfers of a used car can also affect its lifespan. Last time, I considered a Bora that had changed hands five times, and the dealer mentioned it might face usage restrictions later.