How to Check the Emission Standard of a Vehicle?
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Methods to check the vehicle emission standard are as follows: 1. The simplest and most direct way is to look at the vehicle's environmental protection label, which usually has a clear mark on the back. 2. Visit the website of the Motor Vehicle Exhaust Pollution Supervision and Management Center to inquire. 3. Bring the vehicle registration certificate (original or copy) to the local vehicle management office for inquiry. 4. For new vehicles, you can check the vehicle's factory certificate. However, the vehicle certificate is usually kept by the vehicle management office, so it is recommended to make a copy when purchasing a new car for future reference. 5. Make a rough judgment based on the year the vehicle was registered.
Checking vehicle emission standards is actually quite common through official channels. Last time I helped a friend check, I directly went to the China Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Network or the official website of the environmental protection department, entered the 17-digit VIN code of the car, and got the result. The VIN code can be found on the nameplate under the passenger seat or on the chassis. Just print it out, enter it, and it's done in seconds. This method is the most accurate and can even determine whether it's a China 5 or China 6 standard. Additionally, policies in many places change quickly now, such as restrictions on the transfer of older vehicles after the implementation of China 6 standards. Checking early can avoid trouble. It's also important to pay attention to announcements regularly, as emission standards affect annual inspections and traffic restriction policies—don't wait until you violate the rules to regret it. In short, this method is reliable and free, so I recommend everyone check periodically.
