In Which Year Does a Private Car Need to Undergo Inspection?

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For sedans, the first inspection is required in the sixth year. Within the first six years, only an inspection label application is needed every two years. Non-commercial vehicles are exempt from inspection within the first six years, requiring only an inspection label application every two years. For vehicles older than six years but less than ten years, inspections are required every two years. This means private cars only need two inspections within ten years, specifically in the sixth and eighth years. Private cars aged 10-15 years require annual inspections, while those over 15 years old need inspections every six months. For commercial passenger vehicles, inspections are required annually within the first five years and every six months thereafter. Trucks and large/medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles require annual inspections within the first ten years and every six months thereafter. Motorcycles require inspections every two years within the first four years and annually thereafter. The main items covered in vehicle annual inspections include: Exterior Inspection: This primarily checks vehicle lights, body appearance, suspension, sunroof, and tires. It verifies whether the lights are functioning properly, if there are any issues like non-working lights, if the body color has been altered, or if the suspension has been modified. Emission Test: This ensures that the exhaust emissions from the vehicle during high-speed operation meet national standards. On-Road Inspection: This mainly checks the vehicle's braking system, headlights, horn, and chassis. Violation Check: Before the annual inspection, all traffic violation records for the vehicle must be cleared to pass the inspection. Vehicle inspections can be conducted up to 90 days in advance but must not be overdue. Consequences of overdue inspections include: Vehicles that fail to undergo inspection on time are not allowed on the road. Driving an uninspected vehicle results in a 3-point penalty and a fine of 200 yuan. If an uninspected vehicle is involved in a traffic accident, the driver bears full or primary responsibility, and insurance companies will not cover the damages. Driving an uninspected vehicle is considered illegal and may result in the vehicle being impounded.