Is it necessary to obtain the inspection label for the seventh-year exemption of vehicle inspection?
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For the seventh-year exemption of vehicle inspection, it is necessary to obtain the inspection label, and the vehicle also needs to undergo an on-site inspection. Definition of vehicle inspection: Vehicle inspection refers to the annual examination of vehicles that have already obtained official license plates and registration certificates, conducted in accordance with the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." The purpose is to inspect the main technical conditions of the vehicle, encourage enhanced maintenance, ensure the vehicle is always in good condition, and guarantee driving safety. Vehicle inspection schedule: For passenger vehicles used for commercial operations, inspections are required once a year within the first 5 years. After exceeding 5 years, inspections are required every 6 months. For cargo vehicles and large or medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles, inspections are required once a year within the first 10 years. After exceeding 10 years, inspections are required every 6 months. Vehicle inspections are categorized into initial inspections and periodic inspections.
I just went through the 7th-year vehicle inspection and remembered that after the policy change, there's no need for an on-site test, but you still have to collect the annual inspection sticker. Exemption means skipping the queues for emissions tests and such, but the sticker is still required to prove your car is compliant. I used the Traffic Management 12123 app to apply for the e-sticker—just upload a photo of the vehicle registration, which was quite convenient. If you forget to collect it, you might get caught by traffic cameras, fined a couple hundred bucks, and even get points deducted—why risk it? The policy is now simplified: on-site inspections at years 6 and 10, other years just grab the sticker and you're done. Handle it while driving normally—saves hassle and avoids delays.