How often should a vehicle be inspected after six years?
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After six years, a vehicle should be inspected once a year. For vehicles over 15 years old, inspections are required twice a year. As long as all indicators meet the motor vehicle inspection standards each time, there is no mandatory retirement period in principle. Additional information on safety technical inspections: Passenger vehicles: Operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within the first 5 years; after 5 years, every 6 months. Trucks: Trucks and large or medium-sized non-operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within the first 10 years; after 10 years, every 6 months. Small passenger vehicles: Small and micro non-operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within the first 6 years; after 6 years, once a year; after 15 years, every 6 months.
I just went through this. After my car reached six years, the staff at the annual inspection said I now need to go for an on-site test every two years, unlike the first six years when I just had to collect the sticker. I remember the first time I went, it took me a lot of time waiting in a long queue. The inspection included checking the braking system, light brightness, and exhaust emission standards. It's best to test the lights at home beforehand to avoid failing and having to redo it. I heard that exceeding the inspection deadline might result in a 200-yuan fine and three penalty points, so I set a phone reminder: after the first six-year inspection, remember to go for the biennial check-up on time. Safety first—cars age quickly, and skipping inspections poses big risks. It’s also a good chance to check tire wear, killing multiple birds with one stone.
