How often should a 2014 car be inspected?
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Private cars require an annual inspection every two years, while passenger vehicles require an annual inspection each year. Additional information: Types of vehicles exempt from inspection: According to the vehicle registration certificate, exempt vehicles must meet four conditions simultaneously. The usage type must be non-commercial; the approved seating capacity must be 6 or fewer; the vehicle must be one of the 9 types listed on the registration certificate: mini sedan, compact sedan, midsize sedan, full-size sedan, compact passenger car, compact SUV, compact special-purpose passenger car, mini passenger car, mini SUV; and the registration date must be on or after September 1, 2010. Inspection content: Whether the vehicle has a user manual, certificate of compliance (for imported vehicles, the commodity inspection certificate), and whether the factory sample markings on the vehicle body are complete, etc.
I recall that cars from 2014 are now about ten years old, and the annual inspection frequency is once a year. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, only requiring a label every two years, but between six to ten years, they must undergo an actual inspection at the testing station every two years. Mine was registered at the end of 2014, and during last year's inspection in 2023, it had just turned nine years old. This year, it will be ten, so I'll have to go every year. Before going, I need to prepare the vehicle registration certificate, compulsory insurance policy, and ID card, and ensure the lights and brakes are functioning properly. Some inspection stations are crowded, so it's best to book early to avoid queues. Regular maintenance checks on tire wear and the emission system can help pass the inspection in one go, saving time and hassle. Although annual inspections are tedious, they are a necessary step to ensure safety.
