Is there a scrap age limit for pickup trucks now?
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Pickup trucks now have a scrap age limit. Because pickup trucks are classified as light-duty trucks, they are subject to a scrap age limit. The scrap age limit for pickup trucks is 10 years, with a mandatory scrap age limit of 15 years. The scrap age limit for vehicles refers to the safety inspection system based on the number of seats and usage time during the vehicle's service period, generally applicable only to commercial vehicles. Household pickup trucks do not have a scrap age limit but are subject to a scrap regulation of 600,000 kilometers. According to the annual inspection regulations for pickup trucks: new pickup trucks are exempt from inspection for the first 6 years, but within the first 6 years, they need to be stamped at the vehicle management office every two years. From the 7th to the 15th year, they require an annual inspection, and after 15 years, they need a semi-annual inspection. Pickup trucks that fail the annual inspection or exceed 600,000 kilometers must be scrapped.
I've been driving a pickup truck for over five years. I used to worry about the mandatory scrapping age, but after checking the information, I found that pickup trucks are classified as light-duty trucks. This type of vehicle theoretically has a 10-year mandatory scrapping period, but it's not absolute. For example, ordinary family vehicles can apply for an extension. My friend's pickup truck has been in use for 12 years and is still running, mainly because it passes the annual inspection every year, allowing it to continue on the road. The key is to ensure that emissions meet the standards. If the exhaust fails the inspection or the vehicle body is severely aged, it is very likely to be required to be scrapped. Additionally, urban restrictions on pickup trucks also affect their use. In big cities like Beijing, there are many restrictions. Since my vehicle is non-commercial and well-maintained, there are generally no major issues. It's best for everyone to regularly go to 4S shops for inspections to avoid trouble.
