Under what circumstances is an inspection required?
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An inspection is required in the following situations: when involved in a traffic accident resulting in death and bearing equal or greater responsibility without having the driver's license revoked; when transferring the driver's license to another location or renewing it upon expiration. Documents required for vehicle inspection: Original vehicle registration certificate, original and copy of the vehicle owner's ID card, proof of ownership for company vehicles, and a copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy. Conditions for vehicle inspection: For vehicles requiring annual inspection, all traffic violations must be resolved before being eligible for inspection. Even a one-day delay in inspection is not allowed. Vehicles can undergo annual inspection up to 60 days in advance, so it's important to schedule the inspection appropriately and avoid delays.
Having driven for over twenty years, my personal experience tells me that vehicle inspections are quite common, with the most important being the regular annual inspections. For example, after buying a new car, you don’t need to worry for the first few years, but typically after six years, you’ll have to go to the vehicle management office for an inspection every two years. If the car is over ten years old, you’ll need to go every year. There’s also the inspection when transferring ownership of a vehicle—I had to accompany the buyer to the testing station, where the staff would carefully check the brakes, lights, and engine condition to ensure there were no major issues before allowing the transfer. After accident repairs, it’s even more stringent. Last time my car was scratched and repaired, it had to pass an inspection to clear safety checks at intersections, or else I’d face a fine. Additionally, in some big cities with high environmental standards, failing emissions tests during annual inspections means your car won’t pass. I once almost failed because of an aging exhaust system. In short, inspections are about preventing problems before they happen—make it a habit and don’t put them off.
As a new car owner who just got my driver's license, I curiously asked my friends about vehicle inspections. The first annual inspection for a new car is usually required after two years, and as the car gets older, inspections become more frequent, either every six months or annually. Inspection is essential when buying a used car through transfer. When I helped a classmate buy a car, we had to present a valid inspection certificate, including checks for the chassis and tires. Modified cars can be tricky too—my friend upgraded the audio system but failed the inspection and had to remove it. Post-accident inspections are mandatory; my neighbor sent his car for inspection immediately after repairs, worried about potential issues. Environmental tests are now strictly enforced—if your emissions exceed standards, you must fix the issue and retest, which taught me to be careful about fuel quality. Acting early saves time and hassle.
