How often should a China VI vehicle undergo annual inspection?
2 Answers
After the six-year exemption from inspection for motor vehicles, an annual inspection is required once every year beyond six years. Below is an introduction to China VI: 1. Introduction: The National VI Emission Standard for Motor Vehicle Pollutants is established to implement the "Environmental Protection Law of the People's Republic of China" and the "Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law of the People's Republic of China," aiming to prevent pollution from exhaust emissions of compression-ignition and gas-fueled ignition engine vehicles, protect the ecological environment, and safeguard human health. 2. Content: It includes two parts: "Limits and Measurement Methods for Emissions from Light-duty Vehicles (China VI)" and "Limits and Measurement Methods for Emissions from Heavy-duty Diesel Vehicles (China VI)."
I'm a car tech enthusiast who loves studying various vehicle standards. China 6 refers to the emission standard, meaning the vehicle's exhaust emissions comply with the National Phase 6 regulations, but it's not directly related to inspection frequency. All regular household passenger cars follow the same rules: they are exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years after registration but must renew their inspection stickers online every two years. Between 6 to 10 years, they require biennial on-site inspections, and after 10 years, annual on-site inspections become mandatory. Most China 6-compliant vehicles are newly produced, so they typically only need sticker renewals in the initial years. However, emission testing receives greater emphasis during inspections. Thanks to their advanced design, China 6 vehicles have higher pass rates, but don't neglect other inspection items like braking systems and lights, as these affect safety. In some regions, vehicles over 15 years old face stricter requirements, so booking inspections in advance is advisable to avoid hassles. Ultimately, timely inspections ensure driving safety and help evade fines or penalty points.
