Must a motorcycle be scrapped after 13 years?
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Motorcycles must be scrapped after 13 years. Vehicle scrapping process: The owner of a vehicle applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out the "Application Form for Vehicle Modification, Transfer, Alteration, Suspension, or Scrapping" in duplicate and affix the owner's seal. Apply at the registration and acceptance counter, where a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued for vehicles that have reached the scrapping age limit. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age limit, the vehicle inspection counter will assess and issue a "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" if the vehicle meets the scrapping standards. The owner can choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle with the "Notice". The recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos after verifying the "Notice". The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. The owner must submit the "Modification Form", "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Assessment Form", "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate", and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the vehicle inspection counter for verification and signature. The license plates and certificates will be reclaimed, and the case will be submitted for approval according to regulations to complete the scrapping registration.
I noticed the question about whether motorcycles must be scrapped after 13 years. According to Chinese regulations, there is indeed a mandatory scrapping rule after 13 years because vehicles beyond this age are more prone to safety hazards. However, this doesn't mean absolute scrapping is required. If your motorcycle is well-maintained and passes the annual vehicle inspection (i.e., the yearly check) on time, proving that the brakes, tires, and other components are in good condition and the emissions meet environmental standards, you can continue using it. A friend of mine has an old motorcycle that has passed annual inspections for years after reaching 13 years and is still riding it, saving a lot of money. However, if the annual inspection fails or the motorcycle is severely damaged in an accident, then scrapping is indeed necessary. It's advisable to regularly check the vehicle's condition to avoid problems at critical moments.
