
The vehicle owner needs to personally submit a written application for reinspection to the traffic police department. Required documents include the vehicle license, third-party liability insurance certificate, and the original and copies of the vehicle and vessel tax. During the reinspection, fines must be paid, and 3 points will be deducted from the driver's license. According to the Road Traffic Law, vehicles that have not undergone the mandatory safety technical inspection (annual inspection) on time are not allowed to be driven on the road. Violators will be fined and have 3 points deducted from their license. In case of any traffic accident caused by the failure to undergo the annual inspection, the party involved will bear full or primary responsibility. Moreover, driving without inspection is considered illegal, and insurance will not cover any claims. The "Road Traffic Safety Law Implementation Regulations" stipulate: Article 16: Motor vehicles must undergo safety technical inspections according to the following intervals from the date of registration: passenger vehicles for commercial use must be inspected once a year within 5 years; after 5 years, once every 6 months; trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within 10 years; after 10 years, once every 6 months. Required documents: ID card, vehicle license, compulsory traffic insurance policy, vehicle and vessel tax invoice (it's advisable to bring all relevant materials in case they are needed). The inspection must be conducted within the validity period of the compulsory traffic insurance. If the insurance has expired, it should be renewed before the inspection. All violations must be cleared. Essential items like a fire extinguisher and warning triangle are mandatory. Ensure that lights, brakes, etc., are functioning properly. The vehicle's appearance, including color and logos, must match the registration details. Owners with modifications are advised to remove them before the inspection.

A few years ago, I had a car that I forgot to inspect for three years, and dealing with it was quite troublesome. First, I went to the DMV to clarify the overdue fines, which are usually calculated by the day and can cost hundreds to thousands of yuan. The car also had to be repaired before inspection. I checked the lights, brakes, and exhaust myself first, and if anything was broken, I took it to a repair shop to fix it. After preparing the vehicle license and compulsory insurance documents, I went directly to the inspection station for testing. When there were long queues, I had to wait half a day. Once passed, I got the new sticker to put on the car. Don’t forget to set a phone reminder in the future to avoid missing it—driving a car that hasn’t been inspected for three years can result in fines and points if caught, which is totally not worth it.

Last year, my old car hadn’t undergone its annual inspection for three years, and the late inspection process was quite troublesome. First, I had to bring my documents to the traffic police station to check for overdue fines—only after paying them could I qualify for the inspection. The car’s condition is crucial; if the lights or brakes fail the test, the car will be rejected, so it’s advisable to visit a repair shop for adjustments in advance. The inspection station is often crowded, so arriving early is necessary, or booking an afternoon slot can save time. After passing, remember to collect and affix the inspection sticker. Keep in mind that annual inspections are for safety, and uninspected cars pose significant risks. The costs include fines and repairs, making the total expense quite high, so getting the inspection done on time is the most cost-effective option.

Steps for overdue vehicle inspection after three years: 1. Pay the overdue fine; 2. Repair the car to ensure it functions properly; 3. Bring the required documents to the inspection station for testing; 4. Obtain the new inspection sticker upon passing. Key point: Act quickly to avoid additional penalties.


