How often should a 12-year-old vehicle undergo annual inspection?
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Introduction 1: For commercial vehicles, annual inspection is required once a year for the first 5 years, and every six months from the 6th year onward. For motorcycles, inspection is required every two years for the first 4 years, and once a year from the 5th year onward. Introduction 2: For non-commercial passenger cars, new vehicles are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years. Between 6 to 15 years, annual inspection is required once a year. After 15 years, inspection is required every six months. For non-commercial small buses, inspection is required every two years for the first 6 years, and once a year from the 7th to the 15th year. For non-commercial medium and large buses and trucks, inspection is required once a year for the first 10 years, and every six months from the 11th year onward.
I've just researched car maintenance cycles. For a 12-year-old vehicle, accelerated aging of components such as the engine and brake system makes them prone to fatigue, so an annual inspection is mandatory to promptly identify issues. This is also legally required—vehicles over 10 years old must undergo yearly inspections to ensure emissions compliance and safe driving. I recommend owners schedule check-ups during spring or summer to avoid winter equipment failures. Paying attention to unusual noises or vibrations in daily use makes the inspection process smoother. Remember, timely annual inspections save money and hassle while enhancing road safety.
