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To What Extent Does a Car Need to Be Damaged to Be Considered Scrapped?

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Lois

07/23/25 8:47pm

Vehicles that are severely damaged or in such poor technical condition that they cannot be repaired, and meet the car scrapping standards, will be subject to mandatory scrapping. Below is related information about car scrapping: 1. Definition: The vehicle scrapping age refers to a safety inspection system based on the number of seats and the period of use during the vehicle's service life. It is stipulated that small and mini non-operational passenger vehicles, large non-operational cars, and wheeled special machinery vehicles have no usage age limit. 2. Legal provisions: On January 14, 2013, the Ministry of Commerce website released the "Regulations on Compulsory Scrapping Standards for Motor Vehicles," clearly stating that the state imposes mandatory scrapping on motor vehicles that meet the scrapping standards based on their usage, safety technology, and emission inspection status. These regulations came into effect on May 1, 2013.

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SanJake

08/10/25 6:39pm

I once encountered a car that was rear-ended on the highway. The insurance adjuster said that when your post-accident repair costs exceed 70% to 80% of the vehicle's current market value, they declare it a total loss. This usually happens in severe collisions, such as when the front or rear end is completely deformed, all airbags deploy, the suspension system is severely damaged, or the firewall cracks. Repairing it is not only expensive but may also affect future safety performance. I remember my old car had the engine compartment crushed into a mess. The repair shop quoted over 20,000, but the car was only worth 15,000, so it had to go through the total loss process. Actually, insurance companies also consider the car's age and the location of the damage. If critical structural components like the chassis or A-pillar are bent, even if they can be repaired, hidden risks may remain. So don’t rush to repair—have a professional inspect it first before deciding on the next steps. Always pay attention to driving safety and maintain your vehicle regularly to reduce such risks.

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