How often should a car be inspected after 15 years?

[StJeremiah]

It requires inspection every six months, twice a year. Below are details about the annual inspection: National regulations: Motor vehicles must undergo regular inspections, including emissions testing, exterior appearance, lights, brakes, chassis, etc., and must have no traffic violation records to receive an inspection compliance sticker. All inspection dates are based on the registration date listed on the vehicle's license. From the date of registration, motor vehicles must undergo safety technical inspections within the following timeframes, commonly referred to as "annual inspection" or "annual review." Regular inspections: For small and micro non-operational passenger vehicles: within the first 6 years, inspection every 2 years; after 6 years, inspection once a year; after 15 years, inspection every 6 months. For operational passenger vehicles: within the first 5 years, inspection once a year; after 5 years, inspection every 6 months. For trucks and large/medium non-operational passenger vehicles: within the first 10 years, inspection once a year; after 10 years, inspection every 6 months. Imported vehicles follow the same rules as other vehicle types and can undergo regular inspections at any testing facility.

[LeSpencer]

My old car has been running for 16 years, and I specifically asked the traffic police during last year's inspection. Now the policy has changed—vehicles over 15 years old only need an annual inspection. It used to be a hassle with inspections every six months, but the new regulation, which started in October 2022, is very friendly to non-commercial passenger cars. However, older cars tend to have more issues. During the last inspection, the emissions were almost out of compliance. I recommend changing the engine oil, checking the brake pads, and replacing dim headlights before the inspection, as these can easily cause a failure.

[LeSarah]

My friend just got his 2004 Toyota back from the annual inspection. Currently, family cars over 15 years old are uniformly required to undergo inspection once a year, which saves owners half the effort. However, note that minivans are excluded, and commercial vehicles still follow the original regulations. Last year, my colleague's old car was required to undergo repairs due to rust on the chassis. Regularly checking wear-prone parts like tire tread and suspension bushings can prevent last-minute hassles during the inspection.

[DiNolan]

Just finished the annual inspection for my family's 2005 model car. Under the new regulations, vehicles over 15 years old only need to undergo one annual on-site inspection, eliminating the need for two trips to the testing station. However, older cars' electronic systems are prone to malfunctions, such as the ABS light staying on or OBD reading failures. Last year, I encountered a sensor error. It's essential to conduct a full vehicle diagnostic in advance, especially for hidden issues like oil leaks from the chassis and unusual steering noises.