Is the Annual Inspection Required Once a Year?

[RuthLynn]

Not necessarily. For private cars under 10 years old, the inspection is required every two years. New Inspection Regulations: On the basis of exempting non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles with 6 seats or fewer (excluding minivans) from inspection within 6 years, non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles with 7 to 9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years are now also included in the exemption scope. Biennial Inspection Required: After providing the compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate and the vehicle and vessel tax payment or exemption certificate, the vehicle owner can directly apply to the traffic management department of the public security authority for the inspection label without undergoing a safety technical inspection at an inspection agency. For non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) over 6 years but under 10 years old, the inspection cycle has been relaxed from once a year to once every two years, meaning only two on-site inspections are required within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years.

[MacElaina]

I've been driving for over a decade, and annual vehicle inspections definitely vary by vehicle age. For new cars within the first 6 years, you basically don't need to go for on-site testing - just apply for the inspection label online. When your car is between 6 to 10 years old, you'll need to visit the inspection station every two years. Only vehicles older than 10 years require annual inspections. The key checks are brakes, lights, and emission standards - safety first, after all. Last year my car failed inspection because the lights were slightly dim, costing me half a day to fix. I'd advise fellow drivers to maintain their vehicles regularly rather than relying solely on annual inspections to uncover issues. This approach saves both money and hassle while keeping you confident on the road.

[DelRiver]

As a new car owner, I initially thought the annual inspection was required every year. Later, I learned the actual rules: non-commercial small passenger vehicles are exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, with a biennial label application via the 12123 app. Vehicles aged 6 to 10 years require biennial offline inspections, while cars over 10 years old must undergo annual checks. This arrangement is quite user-friendly, reducing frequent trips to inspection stations. I recommend beginners familiarize themselves with these details to avoid misunderstandings like mine. Timely inspections ensure vehicle safety and prevent unnecessary fines or hassles, which is crucial for long-term car maintenance.

[Miriam]

Inspection frequency depends on the vehicle's age. New cars are exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years, only requiring online label applications. Vehicles aged 6 to 10 years must undergo on-site inspections every two years. Cars over 10 years old require annual inspections. Key checks focus on safety and environmental standards, such as braking effectiveness and exhaust emissions. It's advised to go on time to avoid penalties for overdue inspections. Rules may vary slightly for different vehicle types, but this arrangement is the most common overall.