How often is vehicle inspection required?
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Small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles require inspection every 2 years within the first 6 years, annually after exceeding 6 years, and every 6 months after exceeding 15 years. Commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected annually within the first 5 years and every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. Trucks and large/medium non-commercial passenger vehicles require annual inspection within the first 10 years. Vehicle annual inspection: Vehicle annual inspection refers to mandatory testing for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates, equivalent to an annual physical examination of the vehicle according to motor vehicle operational safety technical requirements. Purpose of annual inspection: Vehicle annual inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents.
Last year when I went for the annual inspection, I specifically researched it. Private cars are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years, but you need to collect the electronic inspection label every two years. Starting from the 6th year, the car must go through the inspection line. From 6 to 10 years, it's an inspection every two years, then from 10 to 15 years it becomes once a year, and for cars older than 15 years, you have to visit the inspection station every six months. Remember to bring your vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy. Nowadays, many places allow you to make an appointment in advance to save queuing time. Don’t be late, not only will you be fined 200 yuan and deducted 3 points, but the insurance company may also refuse to compensate in case of an accident. My 8-year-old car just passed the inspection, which included checks on exhaust emissions, brakes, and lights. Handling any traffic violations beforehand will make the process much smoother.
The vehicle inspection cycle depends on the vehicle's age. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, but you must apply for the compliance label on the 12123 platform every two years. My neighbor's car received a notice for inspection in its 7th year. Vehicles aged 6-10 years require inspection every two years, those over 10 years need annual checks, and older cars over 15 years must undergo inspection every six months. I heard there have been recent policy changes, with some differences in inspection items between new energy vehicles and traditional fuel vehicles. Before scheduling an inspection, it's best to check minor issues like lights and brake pads to avoid being sent back for re-inspection, which wastes both time and money. If overdue by more than three months, the system will automatically lock the vehicle's records.
