How Often Are New Energy Vehicles Inspected?
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According to the current new energy vehicle inspection system, new energy vehicles enjoy a 6-year exemption from inspection. For vehicles older than 6 years, inspections are required every two years. Vehicles older than 10 years must be inspected annually, and those older than 15 years require inspections every six months. The 6-year exemption means that traffic authorities will not physically inspect the vehicle when issuing the inspection decal. However, owners still need to bring relevant documents to the local vehicle management office, fill out the "Motor Vehicle Inspection Decal Application Form," and have traffic violations and accident records checked. If compliant, the vehicle license's secondary page will be endorsed, and the inspection decal will be issued. Documents required for new energy vehicle inspections include: Motor vehicle license; Compulsory traffic insurance certificate; Vehicle and vessel tax payment or exemption proof; Owner's ID card. If someone else handles the inspection on behalf of the owner, their ID card must also be presented. Compared to fuel-powered vehicles, new energy vehicles do not require engine inspections, and pure electric vehicles are exempt from exhaust emission tests. Most other inspection items are the same as for fuel-powered vehicles, mainly including the following aspects: Whether the chassis, body, and attached equipment are clean, complete, and functional; Whether major assemblies have been replaced and match the initial inspection records; Whether the vehicle's braking, steering, lighting, and other safety performance meet requirements; Whether the vehicle has been modified or altered, and whether the license plate, vehicle license, and registration records match the actual condition, with any changes having undergone approval and modification procedures; Whether the license plate, vehicle license, and enlarged license plate markings on the vehicle are damaged, illegible due to tampering, or need replacement.
