How often should a new car be inspected after six years?
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Small non-commercial passenger vehicles over 6 years old require an annual inspection; large non-commercial passenger vehicles under 10 years old need an annual inspection. Vehicle annual inspection procedure: For vehicles reaching 6 years, an annual inspection is required. This involves going to a testing station, paying the fee, undergoing the inspection, having the staff sign and upload the results, and receiving the annual inspection compliance sticker after approval. For vehicles under 6 years old, within the two months before and including the month of initial registration (totaling three months), all traffic violations must be resolved. Then, with the necessary documents, visit the nearest traffic police station's annual inspection window to fill out forms and obtain the annual inspection compliance sticker. Vehicle annual inspection content: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and auxiliary equipment are clean, complete, and effective; whether the paint surface is uniform and aesthetically pleasing; whether major assemblies have been replaced and match the initial inspection records; whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lights, exhaust, and other safety features comply with the "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles"; whether the vehicle has been modified, altered, or reconstructed, and whether the registration in the driving license, license plate, and vehicle records matches the current condition, with any changes having undergone approval and modification procedures; whether the license plate, driving license, and enlarged license plate markings on the vehicle are damaged, altered, or illegible, and whether replacement is needed.
As a veteran driver with over a decade of experience, I remember that new vehicles are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, only requiring the collection of a compliance sticker. However, starting from the sixth year, the vehicle must undergo on-site inspections, followed by biennial inspections until the tenth year—meaning inspections are required in the sixth, eighth, and tenth years. After ten years, annual inspections become mandatory. This arrangement is quite reasonable, as prolonged use leads to component wear, such as brakes and headlights, which require more frequent checks for safety. I recommend performing a preliminary check before each inspection to ensure all lights are functional and tires are intact, ensuring a one-time pass and avoiding unnecessary trips. Remember, failing to inspect on time may result in fines, penalty points, affect insurance claims, and lead to complications if stopped by traffic police. Regular inspections are inexpensive and time-efficient, making them well worth it for safety.
I just changed my car a few years ago and have experienced the new vehicle inspection system after six years. The first inspection in the sixth year was quite nerve-wracking, but after that, it's only required every two years until the tenth year. For example, my car just passed its eighth-year inspection. I brought my ID card and vehicle license to the inspection station, and it was done in half an hour. As long as the car is in good condition, there usually aren't any issues. However, if you forget to get it inspected on time, you'll be fined 200 yuan and get penalty points, which is definitely not worth it. The process isn't complicated: just make an appointment, drive over, and they'll check the lights, brakes, etc. I think this biennial frequency is quite convenient, avoiding too much hassle. Just remember not to delay the inspection—set a reminder on your phone in advance.
