Is the 6-year exemption from vehicle inspection a biennial requirement?
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New vehicles are exempt from inspection for 6 years, but it is necessary to collect the inspection exemption mark and environmental protection mark from the vehicle management office every two years. Regulations related to annual inspection: On the basis of exempting non-operating mini and small passenger vehicles with 6 seats or fewer from inspection within 6 years, the exemption scope has been expanded to include non-operating mini and small passenger vehicles with 7 to 9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years. No inspection required but marks need to be collected: For the biennial regular inspection, the vehicle owner can directly apply for the inspection mark by providing the compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate and the vehicle and vessel tax payment or tax exemption certificate, without the need for a safety technical inspection at an inspection institution.
As a car owner with years of driving experience, I find this inspection exemption policy quite considerate. That's right, the 6-year exemption means new vehicles don't need to queue at inspection stations for physical checks during the first six years after registration. However, you must apply for the inspection compliance decal every two years, which serves as a procedural confirmation. Just last week, I completed the process by uploading photos of my vehicle license and compulsory insurance through a mobile app - quick and cost-effective. The policy aims to reduce the burden of frequent inspections while preventing complete negligence that could lead to vehicle safety hazards. Remember to do it on time though, as delays may result in fines or even affect insurance renewal. While the exemption policy is beneficial, don't get complacent - developing the habit of timely compliance is the safer approach.
I just bought a new car last year and was initially confused about what 'inspection exemption' meant. A friend told me that for the first six years, vehicles are indeed exempt from inspection, but it doesn't mean you don't have to do anything. You still need to apply for a compliance certificate every two years, for example, by submitting documents on the DMV website or app. This is much easier than traditional inspections—no need to queue up for checks on brakes, lights, and so on, which is a huge relief. However, don't forget about it. If you overlook this, you could be pulled over by traffic police and fined, and it might also affect your insurance. So, the inspection exemption is a convenience benefit, but you must stick to the biennial procedure—don't slack off.
