What are the consequences of being 5 days overdue for the biennial vehicle inspection exemption?
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You can still undergo the annual inspection after the deadline. Before the inspection, make sure to settle any traffic violations, pay the required taxes, and bring a copy of the valid compulsory insurance policy to complete the inspection process. However, if your vehicle hasn't passed the inspection, avoid driving it. If caught driving without inspection, your vehicle may be impounded, and you may face fines. "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law" Motor vehicles shall undergo safety technical inspections according to the following schedule from the date of registration: - Passenger vehicles for commercial use: once a year within the first 5 years; every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. - Trucks and large/medium non-commercial passenger vehicles: once a year within the first 10 years; every 6 months after exceeding 10 years. - Small and mini non-commercial passenger vehicles: once every 2 years within the first 6 years; once a year after exceeding 6 years; every 6 months after exceeding 15 years. - Motorcycles: once every 2 years within the first 4 years; once a year after exceeding 4 years. - Tractors and other motor vehicles: once a year. Commercial motor vehicles that pass the safety technical inspection within the specified period do not need to undergo repeated inspections. Vehicle annual inspection refers to the mandatory testing required for all vehicles that have obtained official license plates and registration certificates. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for vehicles conducted in accordance with the "Safety Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation."
I encountered this situation not long ago—my vehicle's two-year exemption from inspection was overdue by five days. When I went to the inspection site that day, I was directly fined 200 yuan and had to pay a late inspection fee. The staff mentioned that overdue inspections result in penalty points, usually 3 points, and accumulating too many could affect my driver's license. Worse, if caught driving without inspection, the vehicle might be impounded, delaying work for several days. Additionally, overdue inspections complicate insurance matters; in case of an accident, insurers might deny claims citing this reason—I learned this the hard way and ended up paying for repairs out of pocket. So, while five days overdue might seem minor, the fines and safety risks aren’t worth delaying. It’s best to handle the inspection promptly rather than regret it after being caught. Setting a reminder on your phone can help avoid missing deadlines in the future.
I found that timely remedy is necessary after overdue inspection. If it's overdue for five days, you should hurry to the inspection site to make up for it, otherwise the fine will increase; in China, the fine is generally 100-200 RMB, and points will also be deducted. If the vehicle is driven on the road during the overdue period and caught by the police, it will be impounded on the spot, delaying your trip. Additionally, there is a hidden risk with insurance; when filing a claim for an accident, if the insurance company checks the records and finds the inspection overdue, they may only pay part or none of the claim. I suggest first calling the local traffic management hotline to confirm the fine amount, then scheduling an inspection to reduce waiting time. It's best to develop a habit of checking your vehicle's maintenance records once a year to avoid overdue inspections due to negligence. A few simple steps can resolve the issue—don't let it turn into a big problem.
