How often should small cars be inspected for validity?

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AutumnLynn
07/29/25 6:08pm
For non-commercial household vehicles, i.e., private cars, within the first 6 years after purchase, they are exempt from inspection. The vehicle does not need to go to the DMV for inspection, but every 2 years, the owner must go to the traffic police station to collect a sticker and have the vehicle registration certificate stamped. Once the vehicle reaches 6 years of age, it must be inspected at the DMV once a year. When the vehicle reaches 15 years of age, it must be inspected at the DMV every 6 months. Additional information: 1. Vehicle annual inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage enhanced vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. This is a mandatory inspection for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. 2. Vehicles can undergo inspection and apply for annual review within 3 months before the annual inspection date. During the inspection, the DMV will check the vehicle's lights, and the braking performance is a mandatory inspection item.
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