How often are private cars inspected in 2021?
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Here is an introduction to private car inspections in 2021: Small cars: Small cars that are within 6 years of age can be exempt from inspection twice (inspection labels need to be applied for every two years, but no on-site vehicle inspection is required). At the 6th and 8th year, the vehicle must undergo an on-site inspection. For private cars over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, i.e., once a year for cars between 10 and 15 years old, and once every six months for cars over 15 years old. Non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles: The new regulations include 7 to 9-seater non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) within 6 years in the exemption range. For non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) over 6 years but under 10 years old, the inspection frequency is adjusted from once a year to once every two years.
I've been driving a private car for many years, and the vehicle inspection rules back in 2021 were quite user-friendly. For the first six years after purchasing a new car, it falls under the exemption period where you don't need to visit the inspection station every two years. Instead, you can simply apply for the inspection emblem online, which is convenient and hassle-free. Take my car bought in 2019 for example, in 2021 I just applied for the second emblem, and the whole process took only a few minutes. After six years, the car needs to undergo an annual on-site inspection, including tests for brakes, lights, and other items, usually taking half a day to queue and complete. For older cars that have been driven for ten years, the situation is the same with an annual inspection, but I've heard that if the car is over 15 years old, it requires inspection every six months, significantly increasing maintenance costs. Overall, the policy flexibly adjusts based on the vehicle's age, easing the burden for new car owners while ensuring older vehicles are safe on the road. Sharing these experiences among fellow drivers can help more people plan their time effectively.
