What are the consequences of not having a vehicle inspected?
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Motor vehicles that fail to undergo annual inspection will face the following consequences: 1. Fines and 3-point penalty when driving on the road: If an uninspected vehicle is found on the road, the traffic police department will impound the vehicle. According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China", the driver will be fined and penalized with 3 demerit points. 2. No accident coverage: According to relevant provisions of the "Road Traffic Safety Law", uninspected vehicles on the road will not only be penalized by traffic officers but also, in the event of a traffic accident, insurance companies can directly refuse to pay any compensation. Furthermore, as stipulated in the "Motor Vehicle Third Party Liability Insurance Clauses", if the insured vehicle is not inspected as required or fails inspection when an insured accident occurs, or if the insured vehicle lacks other valid driving documents, the insurer shall not be liable for compensation. 3. No compensation for vehicle loss: Insurance companies will refuse to compensate for the loss of a vehicle that has not undergone the annual inspection on time.
As a veteran driver with over 30 years of experience, I know the consequences of not having your vehicle inspected can be quite severe. Firstly, you'll face traffic police fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of yuan, plus possible demerit points that could lead to license suspension if accumulated. Worse still, your vehicle might be impounded, requiring extra fees and processing time to retrieve it, completely paralyzing your mobility. The safety risks are most critical - annual inspections check brakes, tires, and lights. Driving an uninspected vehicle with potential hazards significantly increases accident risks, and you'll bear full responsibility if others get hurt. Insurance coverage is also affected - insurers often deny claims for uninspected vehicles, creating major claim disputes. Having neglected it once myself, I suffered fines and disruptions. Since then, I strictly adhere to inspection schedules, always checking my vehicle in advance to ensure safety for my family and pedestrians. Safe driving is everyone's responsibility - don't risk major losses to save small money.
