How to Conduct the Annual Inspection for a Five-Year-Old Vehicle?
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Fill out two forms: the Motor Vehicle License and Certificate Application Form and the Motor Vehicle Inspection Record Form. Locate the annual inspection entry window to review and input the materials. Find the violation inquiry window. Have a vehicle inspector conduct an external inspection of the vehicle. Submit the annual inspection materials to the staff.
My car just passed its fifth annual inspection, and I have quite some experience with it. The annual inspection is a yearly check to ensure the vehicle is safe for the road. Remember to prepare the original vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy in advance, and don't forget to bring a copy of your ID card. Choose a convenient inspection station, usually you drive there and wait in line for your number to be called. The staff will first check the exterior and lights, including whether the headlights, taillights, and brake lights are working. Then they test the exhaust emissions—cars in their fifth year are prone to exceeding emission standards, so it's advisable to do a routine maintenance before the inspection. Next, they inspect the braking system, tire wear, and chassis condition. If everything passes, go to the window to pay the fee, which ranges from 80 to 120 yuan depending on the region. Collect the inspection pass and stick it on the upper right corner of the windshield. The whole process usually takes about half an hour. Choosing a weekday morning when it's less crowded can save you time.