How often should a 7-seater SUV undergo inspection?

[BlakelyLee]

For 7-seater SUVs and vehicles with more than 7 seats, the inspection schedule is as follows: every 2 years for the first 6 years, annually from 6 to 15 years, and every 6 months for vehicles over 15 years old. Non-commercial small private passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer are exempt from on-site inspection for the first 6 years, but owners must still apply for an inspection compliance mark at the designated time from the vehicle management office, motor vehicle registration service station, or traffic police squadron, and affix it to the upper right corner of the vehicle's front windshield. Vehicle annual inspection (or motor vehicle annual inspection) refers to the annual safety technical condition inspection for vehicles that have already obtained official license plates and registration certificates.

[KarterLynn]

I’ve been using my seven-seat SUV for five years, and I’m very clear about the annual inspection frequency: within the first six years after new vehicle registration, it only needs to be inspected every two years. My car just passed its first inspection, and the process was quite simple: bring the vehicle license, ID card, and compulsory traffic insurance documents, then drive to the inspection station to check safety items like lights, brakes, emissions, and chassis. After six years of use, the vehicle must be inspected annually; once it exceeds ten years, the frequency increases to every six months. Although this adds a bit of hassle, safety comes first, especially when traveling with the whole family. I remind all car owners to pay attention to the inspection date on their vehicle license and get it done a few days in advance to avoid delays and hefty fines of over a thousand yuan. Regular maintenance checks on tire wear and light functionality can save time during inspections.

[DiKayden]

As a veteran driver with decades of experience behind the wheel of a seven-seater SUV, I've witnessed multiple adjustments to the annual inspection cycle: During the first six years of a new car, a biennial trip to the DMV for inspection suffices; after six years, it becomes an annual requirement; for vehicles over a decade old, inspections ramp up to every six months. My eight-year-old SUV currently undergoes checks including headlight alignment, braking distance tests, emissions inspections, and steering system evaluations. Reflecting on past policies that were less flexible, today's streamlined process offers greater convenience while maintaining stringent safety standards. I advise owners to maintain their vehicles in good condition, performing pre-inspection checks on batteries and wipers to avoid re-inspections. The penalties for overdue inspections—fines plus demerit points—simply aren't worth the risk.

[DelSabrina]

As a new owner of a 7-seater SUV, I consulted the DMV about the annual inspection frequency: new vehicles only need inspection every two years within the first six years after registration. My plan is to register this year, with inspections scheduled for 2025 and 2027 respectively. The inspection items include checking whether the lighting system is functioning properly, whether the braking performance meets standards, as well as tailpipe emissions and steering stability tests. After six years of vehicle use, the frequency changes to once a year; for vehicles over ten years old, it becomes twice a year. Remember to bring all necessary documents and go early when there are fewer people.