Is a biennial inspection required for vehicles under ten years old?
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For passenger vehicles under ten years old, a biennial inspection is required. According to the new vehicle inspection regulations implemented on November 20, 2020, new vehicles within the first 6 years are exempt from inspection twice. Inspections are required in the 6th and 8th years, where the vehicle must undergo testing at an inspection station. Below is an introduction to vehicle inspection items: Vehicle appearance: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and attached equipment are clean, complete, and functional. Whether the paint surface is uniform and aesthetically pleasing. Vehicle performance: Whether major assemblies have been replaced and whether they match the initial inspection records. Verify whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lights, exhaust, and other safety performance meet requirements. Vehicle documentation: Check whether the vehicle has been modified, remodeled, or altered, and whether the registration details on the driving license, license plate, and vehicle records match the actual condition of the vehicle, including any changes, and whether approval and modification procedures have been completed. Check for damage, alterations, or unclear markings on the license plate, driving license, and enlarged license plate markings on the vehicle, and determine whether replacement is needed.
I've been driving for almost ten years. For new cars, you only need to submit materials and receive an inspection sticker every two years via the DMV app for the first six years, without actually taking the car for an inspection, which saves both time and money. However, once the car is over six years old and enters its seventh year, you have to go for an annual on-site inspection. So, cars within ten years don't all follow a two-year inspection rule—it depends on the specific year. I recommend car owners install a traffic management app, which will automatically remind you of the deadlines. Missing the deadline can lead to fines and penalty points. During regular maintenance, always check the lights and brakes—safety comes first. Last time, I was fined 200 yuan for delaying a few days, which was a big lesson. The policy makes sense, as more frequent inspections for older cars provide peace of mind, especially when driving in rain or snow—it feels much safer.
