How often should motor vehicles undergo inspection?
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Motor vehicles should undergo safety technical inspections according to the following schedule from the date of registration: 1. For passenger vehicles used for commercial purposes, inspection is required once a year within the first 5 years; for vehicles older than 5 years, inspection is required every 6 months; 2. For cargo vehicles and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspection is required once a year within the first 10 years; for vehicles older than 10 years, inspection is required every 6 months; 3. For small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspection is required once every 2 years within the first 6 years; for vehicles older than 6 years, inspection is required once a year; for vehicles older than 15 years, inspection is required every 6 months; 4. For motorcycles, inspection is required once every 2 years within the first 4 years; for vehicles older than 4 years, inspection is required once a year.
I drive a regular private car, mainly for daily commuting. The frequency of vehicle inspections depends on the age of the car. For the first 6 years after purchasing a new car, you need to collect the inspection sticker every two years, but you don’t have to take the car to the inspection station for an on-site check, which is quite convenient. Once the car is over 6 years old, it must be inspected annually, with mandatory on-site testing of various components. My car is now 7 years old, so since last year, I’ve had to visit the inspection station every year. I usually set a calendar reminder on my phone a month in advance to avoid forgetting and getting fined. This is crucial for driving safety, as issues like aging brake systems or faulty lights can be detected in time. Many cities now offer online appointment services, making the process much faster. I recommend not procrastinating and scheduling it early.
