How to Complete Vehicle Scrapping Procedures?
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Vehicle scrapping procedures are as follows: First, the vehicle owner applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out and submit one copy of the "Motor Vehicle Alteration, Transfer, Modification, Suspension, and Scrapping Approval Application Form," stamped with the owner's seal. The registration acceptance counter will then issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" for vehicles that have reached the mandatory scrapping age. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age, the motor vehicle inspection counter will determine if they meet the scrapping standards and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice." Next, the owner should choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle, presenting the "Notice." The recycling company will verify the "Notice," dismantle the vehicle, and take photos. The requirements include separating the engine from the vehicle, breaking the engine block, and cutting the frame (chassis). Finally, the owner must submit the "Alteration Form," "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form," "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate," and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the motor vehicle inspection counter for verification and signature. After surrendering the license plates and documents, the scrapping registration can be completed following the approval process. According to regulations, 5-seat family cars and 7-seat SUVs, as well as non-commercial small and mini vehicles, have no mandatory scrapping age. However, when the mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the state will recommend scrapping.
I recently helped my dad scrap his old van, and the process wasn't too complicated. Just bring the original ID card, vehicle license, and registration certificate, then drive the car to the designated recycling plant. The scrapyard will issue a "Scrap Recycling Certificate" and dismantling photos—keep these safe. Key point: Never sell the scrap metal privately; you must go through an authorized dismantling facility, or it may affect your license plate renewal for future vehicles. They calculate payment for old car parts and metal by weight—my beat-up van only got me a little over 300 yuan. After completion, make sure the recycling plant submits the materials to the DMV for deregistration, otherwise the system will still show the car registered, which might cause issues when buying a new vehicle later. The whole process takes about two weeks to complete.
