How to Obtain the Inspection Exemption Label in the Ninth Year?
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For vehicles that are 9 years old, the following documents need to be submitted to obtain the motor vehicle inspection exemption label: proof of compulsory motor vehicle traffic accident liability insurance, proof of payment or exemption of vehicle and vessel tax, and the motor vehicle safety technical inspection certificate. Below are the specific details about the annual inspection: 1. New Inspection Regulations: Non-commercial passenger cars, including non-commercial sedans, small and micro passenger vehicles, but not vans or models with 7 seats or more (such as Odyssey, GL8, Highlander 7-seater, etc.), are eligible for the exemption. New vehicles within 6 years are exempt from on-site inspection and only need to apply for the inspection label every two years. Eligible private cars registered after September 2012 can enjoy the exemption policy and require an annual inspection thereafter. Vehicles aged between 6 to 15 years need an annual on-site inspection, while those over 15 years require a semi-annual on-site inspection. 2. Required Documents for Annual Inspection: Owner's ID card, original vehicle registration certificate, valid compulsory insurance policy, and proof of payment or exemption of vehicle and vessel tax for the current year (usually included in the compulsory insurance policy).
I just went through this last year. For the 9th-year exemption from inspection, you still need to obtain the inspection decal, but you don’t have to drive to the inspection site and wait in line. The most convenient way is to use the Traffic Management 12123 App. Open the app, go to the Business Center, and find the option for 'Exempt Vehicle Decal Application.' Upload photos of your compulsory traffic insurance policy and vehicle/vessel tax certificate, and the system will automatically verify the information. Usually, you can see the electronic decal in the app the next day, which you can then print and affix to your windshield. If you’re not comfortable using the app, you can also bring your vehicle license, original ID card, and a copy of your valid compulsory traffic insurance policy to the DMV counter—it takes just about 10 minutes, and they’ll give you a paper decal on the spot. Just remember, your compulsory traffic insurance must be valid, or you won’t be able to upload it online or get it processed offline.
As someone who often helps friends with vehicle-related matters, the process for applying for the 9th-year inspection exemption label can be broken down into three steps: First, confirm the vehicle's eligibility—it must be a non-commercial passenger vehicle with 9 seats or fewer and must not have been involved in any fatal or injury-causing accidents. Second, prepare the required documents, including a valid electronic copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy (paper policies are no longer required) and the current year's vehicle and vessel tax payment receipt. Third, choose the application method—it's recommended to apply online through the Internet Traffic Safety Service Platform, where the system will automatically review and generate an electronic label upon submission, with the option to request a mailed paper version. If there were any unresolved traffic violations from the previous year, the review process may be delayed, so remember to clear any outstanding violations in advance.
Just helped my dad with this, and the actual process was super simple. Open the 12123 app on your phone, and you'll see a blue icon labeled 'Apply for Inspection Exemption Mark' right on the homepage. Click it, select the corresponding vehicle, and the system automatically retrieves the compulsory traffic insurance information that's still valid. After confirming the address, just submit the application. Note that the owner's name on the compulsory insurance policy must exactly match the one on the vehicle registration certificate—last year, we lost three days because the policy used a nickname. It's best to apply before Wednesday; you should receive the e-mark by Friday. Just print it out on A4 paper in landscape orientation, trim it to card size, and tuck it into the corner of the windshield.
