How often does a car need to be inspected twice a year?
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Vehicles require biannual inspections after 15 years. The regulations for inspection intervals are as follows: the first inspection for passenger cars is conducted after six years. Non-commercial small and micro passenger vehicles, including family cars older than 6 years but less than 10 years, need to be inspected every two years. For vehicles exactly six years old, the inspection requires driving the vehicle to the testing station with the ID card, vehicle license, tax or tax-exempt certificate, and compulsory traffic insurance policy. After passing the inspection, a certification form will be issued, which, along with the other documents, should be presented at the relevant window to obtain the annual inspection sticker. Annual inspections are conducted to check: Whether the engine, chassis, body, and auxiliary equipment are clean, intact, and functional; whether the car's paint is symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing; whether major general components have been replaced and if they match the initial inspection records. Whether the vehicle's braking performance, turning maneuverability, lighting, exhaust system, and other safety factors comply with the "Technical Requirements for the Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles." Whether the vehicle has been modified, altered, or rebuilt; whether all records in the vehicle license, license plate, and vehicle file match the current condition of the vehicle and if there have been any changes; whether approval, alteration, or modification procedures have been applied for. Whether the license plate printed on the vehicle, the vehicle license, and the enlarged license plate characters are damaged or illegible, and whether they need to be replaced.
My taxi has been in service for five years now, and according to regulations, it requires a bi-annual inspection. With heavy usage comes significant wear and tear, so key areas like brake pads and lighting systems need thorough checking. Last time at the inspection station, the mechanic pointed out that the tires were nearly bald—thankfully spotted in time. Although queuing for half a day is quite a hassle, considering the number of passengers I ferry daily, safety is absolutely non-negotiable. Now, every six months, I remind myself it's time for inspection—after all, the vehicle's condition directly impacts lives.
