Is the owner's ID card required for vehicle inspection?
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Vehicle inspection requires the owner's ID card. Below is a relevant introduction to the documents needed for annual vehicle inspection: 1. Compulsory traffic insurance: One of the preparations for vehicle inspection is to check the validity date of the compulsory traffic insurance that includes the vehicle and vessel tax. If it has expired or will expire within three months after the inspection date, it is recommended to renew it in advance to avoid delays in the inspection. 2. Relevant documents: The ID card of the owner or the agent is required. 3. Vehicle license: The owner's vehicle license and the vehicle itself are needed. 3. Clear traffic violations: Before the inspection, check the vehicle's traffic violation records on the traffic management bureau's website. If there are any violations, handle them as soon as possible, then check online again until no violations are displayed.
With my years of experience in vehicle inspections, I've learned that you must always bring the original ID card of the vehicle owner because the inspection station needs to verify vehicle ownership to prevent impersonation. If the owner attends in person, only the ID card and vehicle license are required. However, if someone else is handling it on behalf of the owner, they must bring their own ID card and a written authorization letter from the owner, which must be signed and stamped. Last year, I forgot to bring the authorization when helping a friend, resulting in a wasted trip and half a day lost. I recommend checking the latest local regulations before the inspection—some places may accept photocopies, but originals are more reliable. Also, make sure to have the vehicle license and compulsory traffic insurance policy ready, and ensure all lights and brakes are fully functional to pass the inspection in one go, saving time and fuel from repeated trips.
