How to Scrap a Shanghai Moped?

[DiKimberly]

Bring the "Application Form for Vehicle Suspension, Resumption/Write-off Registration", vehicle license, vehicle registration certificate, and license plate to the DMV window to complete the procedures. The DMV will issue a vehicle delivery order, and the scrapped vehicle will be sent to the recycling company. Use the scrapped vehicle recycling certificate issued by the recycling company to complete the scrapping procedures at the DMV window.

[LaVincent]

I just completed the scrapping process for my old moped, which was quite straightforward but required attention to detail. First, confirm the vehicle meets scrapping criteria, such as being over 10 years old or severely damaged. Second, prepare the required documents: original ID card, vehicle registration certificate, driving license, and license plates must all be brought along. Third, locate a designated scrapping and recycling point in Shanghai—I used the one in Pudong. After making an appointment, they sent someone to inspect the vehicle, and once no violations were confirmed, it was towed away. Fourth, wait a few days to receive the scrapping certificate, then go to the vehicle management office to complete the deregistration process—remember to make a copy of the certificate for backup. The entire process took about a week, with no fees involved except for a possible small towing charge. It's advisable to handle this early to avoid storage fees, and recycling is environmentally friendly for the city—avoid dealing with street vendors to prevent scams.

[CarlosAnn]

If your moped is old or broken and you want to scrap it, just follow Shanghai's regulations. First, check the website or call to make an appointment with a designated local recycling company—the one I went to was pretty quick. Bring your ID card, vehicle license, and license plate number. After an on-site inspection confirms the condition, they'll tow it away directly, so you don't have to worry about transportation. Then, proceed with deregistration: wait for the recycling company to issue a scrapping certificate, and take it to the DMV to fill out forms and submit the required documents. The process usually takes about three days. The entire procedure is free with government subsidies, but you may need to surrender your license plate. I recommend handling this in winter for faster service. A towing fee of around 50 yuan can save time, and recycling the metal promotes reuse—protecting the environment is everyone's responsibility. Don’t delay until it expires and risk fines.

[LaMaggie]

Scrapping a light motorcycle in Shanghai is straightforward. First, contact an official recycling station—there are several government-certified ones in Shanghai. Bring your ID and vehicle documents for an appointment. After inspection, they'll tow it away. Then, take the scrapping certificate to the DMV to deregister, and you're done. The whole process is free but involves some time—mine took five days. The key is to avoid leaving loose ends like unpaid fines, or it'll be troublesome. Recycling is eco-friendly and efficient, reducing landfill pressure by reclaiming metals—a small contribution. Better to handle it early for peace of mind.