Is the original license plate automatically canceled after vehicle transfer?
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After the vehicle is transferred, the original license plate will be automatically canceled. After the vehicle is transferred, the original license plate can be applied for retention within two years. The right to use the license plate will be retained after two years of transfer. This means that if the original license plate is not used within two years, the license plate number will be automatically canceled. After the vehicle is transferred, if you still want to keep the original license plate, you should go to the relevant department as soon as possible to apply the license plate number to your newly purchased vehicle. Only in this way can you continue to use the original license plate; otherwise, it will be automatically invalidated. To retain the original license plate, you also need to understand the conditions that must be met. For example, all traffic violation records of the original vehicle must be cleared, and the original license plate must have been used for more than one year. The original owner of a second-hand vehicle transfer needs to provide documents including the registration certificate, vehicle license, and ID card. The buyer needs to provide an ID card, and if they are from another city, a residence permit or temporary residence certificate is required. Vehicle transfer first requires a vehicle evaluation. The evaluation fee is generally 1%-2% of the evaluated vehicle price, and other fees include those for the license plate and vehicle license. The original vehicle's commercial insurance can be canceled (compulsory insurance cannot be canceled), or the insurance can be transferred to the buyer at the insurance company. Precautions for purchasing second-hand vehicles: Incomplete procedures. Complete procedures for second-hand vehicles include: vehicle registration certificate (or original purchase invoice), vehicle license, vehicle purchase tax payment certificate, road maintenance fee procedures, and compulsory insurance. If the vehicle registration certificate or vehicle license is missing, or if there are arrears in compulsory insurance or road maintenance fees, it will cause endless trouble for the buyer. Therefore, when purchasing a vehicle, if the seller cannot provide complete procedures, consumers should be particularly vigilant. Tampering with the odometer. Most consumers like to judge the condition of a vehicle based on the odometer, and sellers often take advantage of this psychology to tamper with the odometer. In fact, the odometer is not only an indicator of usage intensity but also a recorder for the maintenance and replacement of other vehicle parts. If the buyer performs maintenance based on the tampered odometer reading, it will bring a series of potential safety hazards. New paint covering 'external injuries'. When consumers choose second-hand vehicles, if the old vehicle has been repainted and there are signs of repair around the front face, rear, and A, B, and C pillars, the vehicle is very likely to have been involved in a major traffic accident. 'Tuning the heart' to raise the price. Many consumers often pay too much attention to the 'heart' of the car when buying a vehicle and neglect the health of the car body. Second-hand vehicle sellers take advantage of this psychology by replacing engine parts to make the vehicle's 'heart' appear younger, thereby raising the price.
After the vehicle transfer, the original license plate is not automatically canceled. As someone who has gone through this, I paid special attention to this when I sold my car. The DMV staff explained that if you are the original owner, you can apply to retain the license plate, provided you have held it for at least one year. If you choose not to retain it or do not meet the conditions, the plate will be canceled. The new owner must select a new plate. I retained mine at the time, saving me the hassle of reapplying. It is advisable to check local policies before the transfer to avoid an unnecessary trip. Remember, retaining the license plate requires an active request—it is not handled by default. The transfer process can be cumbersome, but proper preparation ensures a smooth experience. This is important because the license plate is tied to the clear transfer of vehicle ownership, so don’t take it lightly.
