How often should small cars be inspected in 2021?

[SanMolly]

Small and micro non-operational passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within the first 6 years; once every year after exceeding 6 years; and once every 6 months after exceeding 15 years. Below are the relevant details: 1. Vehicle Inspection: Vehicle inspection refers to a mandatory test for every vehicle that has obtained an official license plate and registration certificate. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for the vehicle according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." Vehicle inspections can promptly eliminate potential safety hazards, encourage better vehicle maintenance, and reduce the occurrence of traffic accidents. 2. Notes: Vehicle inspections must be conducted in advance, and un-inspected motor vehicles cannot be driven on the road normally.

[VonIris]

Just went through the vehicle inspection process last year and specifically checked the regulations. For a family car registered in 2021, you only need to apply for the inspection exemption mark every two years in the first six years, and the entire process can be done online without driving to the inspection station. Things change significantly starting from the seventh year: the first on-site inspection is required in 2027, followed by another in 2029. Once the car reaches ten years old, it switches to annual inspections. Don’t just focus on the years—your insurance must also be valid to receive the electronic mark. I’ve set reminders on my phone to make sure I don’t miss the deadlines.

[AshleyLynn]

When I was a driving instructor, students often asked about this. According to the new regulations in 2021, private cars are much more convenient: from now until 2025, you only need to apply for an exemption inspection sticker (except for the sixth year). Specifically, in 2023 and 2025, you can simply operate on the 12123 App with a few clicks, and it's not until 2027 that you need to go for an on-site inspection for emissions and brakes. Remind everyone to handle any traffic violations before the inspection—some students didn't clear their points and ended up making a wasted trip to the inspection station. Excessive tire wear also affects the pass rate.

[Pauline]

Last month, I just handled the annual inspection for my brother's 2021 Sylphy. For such new cars, it's divided into three phases: in the first six years, only online application for an electronic label is required in 2023 and 2025; but in the sixth year, which is 2027, an actual vehicle inspection is needed, and the inspection fee here is 260 yuan. After that, it's every two years until the car is ten years old. Don't easily trust scalpers offering expedited services—I saw a neighbor get scammed out of 500 yuan, when in fact online booking can get you a slot in just three days. Fixing minor issues like lights and tires in advance is more cost-effective.