How often should motor vehicles undergo annual inspection?
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Motor vehicles require an annual inspection for the first 5 years after registration, and every 6 months thereafter if older than 5 years. New regulations for vehicle inspection intervals: New vehicles must be inspected every two years for the first six years, then annually thereafter. The inspection month corresponds to the vehicle's registration month. For convenience, inspections can be conducted up to 3 months in advance (e.g., for a June inspection month, inspections can be done in April, May, or June). Early inspection does not affect the next scheduled inspection date. As most people tend to schedule inspections at month-end, causing congestion, we recommend preparing early at the beginning of the month. Required documents for vehicle inspection: Vehicle license, compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate (copy), inspector's ID card, triangular warning sign, and fire extinguisher. (Note: All vehicle violations must be cleared, and no body modifications are allowed). Document specifications: The compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate consists of original and duplicate pages - the duplicate must be submitted during inspection and will be retained by the inspection agency. The ID card required belongs to whoever drives the vehicle to the inspection site.
When it comes to the frequency of motor vehicle annual inspections, I, as someone who has driven for a lifetime, have the most say. For the first six years after buying a new car, you need to apply for an inspection exemption sticker every two years. Although you don’t need to go through an on-site inspection, you still have to visit the DMV to complete the paperwork. Between six and ten years, the requirement changes to an on-site inspection every two years. For cars older than ten years, you must undergo an annual inspection. I once had an old car that missed its inspection deadline and was fined 200 yuan. Worse, the worn-out brakes weren’t detected, nearly causing an accident. During inspections, they check lights, brakes, emissions, and more. Spending a couple hundred yuan can save you from major trouble. I recommend setting a phone reminder for the inspection date—never miss it. It’s about safety and saving money. Remember, the older the car, the more problems it may have. Frequent inspections ensure peace of mind.
As a new car owner, I'm quite nervous about how often vehicles need annual inspections. For the first six years after registration, you just need to apply for the inspection-exempt sticker every two years—super simple, just get the sticker and put it on your windshield. After six years, you'll need to take the car for an on-site inspection every two years, and once it's over ten years old, it's required annually. I checked last month, and it costs around 250 yuan per inspection, with online booking making it super convenient. If you don't get it done on time, you could face fines or even penalty points, and worse—if there's an issue with airbags or seat belts that goes unnoticed, insurance won't cover accidents. Regular inspections keep your car in good shape and save you unnecessary expenses. I've already set a calendar reminder to get it done next month. A car is like a friend—treat it well for safe driving.
