Is a car inspected twice a year after 15 years?
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After 15 years, a car is inspected twice a year. Here is additional information: 1. Vehicle inspection regulations: Commercial passenger vehicles are inspected once a year within 5 years, and once every 6 months after 5 years. Trucks and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles are inspected once a year within 10 years, and once every 6 months after 10 years. Small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles are inspected once every 2 years within 6 years, once a year after 6 years, and once every 6 months after 15 years. 2. Consequences of failing to undergo annual inspection on time: Vehicles that do not undergo annual inspection on time are not allowed on the road, and if driven, the owner will be penalized with 3 points and a fine. In the event of a traffic accident involving a vehicle that has not undergone annual inspection, the party involved will bear full or primary responsibility, and the insurance company will not compensate.
This is a question I've encountered from many car owners. After my old car reached 15 years of age, it indeed required biannual inspections as per regulations—once every six months. This is the standard rule for motor vehicle inspections in China. I remember my first car purchased in 2008; once it hit the 15-year mark, I had to take it to the inspection station during designated months without fail. The inspection covered items like braking systems, lighting, emissions, etc. Initially, I found it bothersome, but during one inspection, they discovered an issue with the braking system, which was fixed promptly, preventing a potential accident. The current policy remains unchanged: vehicles aged 10 to 15 years require an annual inspection, while those over 15 years need inspections every six months. Enforcement varies slightly by region—stricter in cities, possibly more lenient in rural areas—but safety comes first. I advise owners to keep track of their schedules, maintain their beloved cars regularly, and avoid penalties or risks due to delays.
As someone who has been in the automotive industry for many years, I can confirm with certainty: vehicles over 15 years old require biannual inspections, as clearly stipulated by national regulations such as the 'Motor Vehicle Safety Technical Inspection Standards.' Vehicles aged between 10 and 15 years undergo annual inspections, while those over 15 years shift to semi-annual inspections, primarily targeting potential hazards in aging components like engines or suspensions. There are regional variations—for instance, Beijing enforces stricter checks, whereas remote small towns may have simplified procedures. Older vehicles are prone to malfunctions, such as brake failures or excessive emissions. I recommend conducting a self-check on lights and tire wear a month in advance to reduce the likelihood of inspection failure. In case of policy updates, you can check the DMV notifications online. Safety is no trivial matter; timely inspections are a responsibility to oneself.
