How to Handle the Scrapping Procedures for a Minivan?
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Bring the identity proof of the vehicle owner (organizational code certificate for company vehicles, ID card for private vehicles), vehicle registration certificate and license plate, driving license, and a power of attorney signed by the vehicle owner, along with the identity proof of the authorized person, to the service window of a scrap car recycling and dismantling company to fill out the scrapping application and complete the relevant procedures. Below is a related introduction about vehicle scrapping: 1. Definition: Vehicle scrapping refers to the process of selling the vehicle to a scrap vehicle recycling and dismantling enterprise for registration, dismantling, destruction, etc., as per regulations. While there is no explicit scrapping period for small and micro non-operational passenger vehicles, other vehicle types have such requirements. Small and micro non-operational passenger vehicles will be forcibly scrapped when they fail to pass inspection. 2. Vehicle scrapping process: (1) Obtain and fill out the "Vehicle Scrapping Form" at the vehicle management office, and submit copies of the driving license, the vehicle owner's ID card, and for company-owned vehicles, the organizational code certificate (with official seal) and the agent's ID card. If retaining the original license plate is desired, any traffic violations must be settled first. (2) The vehicle management office will review the "Vehicle Scrapping Form" in the archives room and notify by phone to collect the approved form. (3) The vehicle owner or agent delivers the vehicle to the scrap vehicle recycling enterprise, fills out the "Vehicle Registration, Transfer, Cancellation/Transfer Application Form", and submits the driving license, vehicle license plate, vehicle registration certificate (if not available, it can be omitted), the vehicle owner's ID card, for company-owned vehicles the organizational code certificate (with official seal) and the agent's ID card, and the "Vehicle Scrapping Form".
Back when I dealt with scrapping my minivan, it was quite a hassle. First, I drove my old Wuling Hongguang to the designated dismantling facility, where I had to bring my ID card and the original vehicle registration certificate. They inspected the vehicle's condition and issued a scrapping certificate. Then, I went to the DMV to deregister the vehicle—the staff helped me with the paperwork, which took half a day, and there were quite a few people in line. Luckily, I set out early. Afterward, I made sure to collect the deregistration receipt to avoid affecting my eligibility for future car purchases. I also applied for an environmental subsidy and received a small recycling fee. Nowadays, there are apps that allow direct booking, making the process much more convenient. This experience taught me that while scrapping is troublesome, it's necessary for safety—older cars are prone to malfunctions and pose road hazards, so handling it early reduces risks. The whole process isn’t overly complicated, but it does require visiting multiple places and preparing the right documents.
