Is the Inspection Exemption Label No Longer Required to Be Displayed?
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Automobile inspection exemption labels must be displayed and should be affixed to the upper right corner of the front windshield as per regulations. According to traffic laws, if the inspection exemption label is not displayed, the public security authorities will notify the owner to rectify the situation and impose certain penalties. In severe cases, the vehicle may even be impounded. The required documents for inspection and the time frame for exemption from on-site inspection are as follows: Time frame for exemption from on-site inspection: The time frame for exemption from on-site inspection for motor vehicles is during the second and fourth years of vehicle use. After this period, the vehicle must undergo on-site inspection. If the vehicle fails to complete the inspection on time, it cannot be used normally. If the vehicle fails to complete the inspection for three consecutive inspection cycles, it will be forcibly scrapped. Documents required for motor vehicle inspection: Whether it is an on-site inspection or a non-on-site inspection, the following documents must be carried: the vehicle's registration certificate, the current year's compulsory traffic insurance policy, the vehicle owner's ID card or a copy, and any outstanding traffic violations or unresolved traffic accidents involving the vehicle must be settled.
I remember when I bought a car before, I had to stick that inspection exemption decal on the windshield, always worrying it might fall off if not applied properly. It was quite a hassle to replace it during each annual inspection. But now the policy has changed. Since 2020, electronic inspection labels have been gradually implemented, with new vehicles exempt from inspection for the first 6 years after registration, and all labels replaced by electronic versions, eliminating the need for paper ones. As a car owner, I feel much more relaxed, no longer needing to worry about label placement or damage from wind and sun exposure. However, this doesn't mean we can be careless. We should regularly check the status of the electronic label via the Traffic Management 12123 app to ensure the vehicle's inspection records are up to date. Otherwise, if pulled over by traffic police, they might find the records haven't been updated in time, leading to potential fines. Actually, this reform is quite beneficial—it's convenient, eco-friendly by reducing paper waste, and avoids obstructing the driver's view, enhancing road safety. Car owners should stay informed about policy changes and maintain compliant driving.
