What are the consequences of not having a vehicle inspected?
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Failure to have a vehicle inspected on time may result in denied accident claims. Vehicles that are not inspected will be impounded and fined. Below is relevant information about vehicle inspections: 1. National regulations: Motor vehicles must periodically pass inspections for exhaust emissions, vehicle appearance, lights, brakes, chassis, etc., and receive an inspection compliance sticker provided there are no traffic violations. All inspection dates are based on the registration date listed on the vehicle license. From the date of registration, motor vehicles must undergo safety technical inspections within the following timeframes, commonly referred to as 'annual inspection' or 'annual review'. 2. Periodic inspections: Small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected every 2 years within the first 6 years, annually after exceeding 6 years, and every 6 months after exceeding 15 years. Commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected annually within the first 5 years and every 6 months after exceeding 5 years. Trucks and large and medium non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected annually within the first 10 years and every 6 months after exceeding 10 years. Imported vehicles, like other vehicle types, can undergo periodic inspections at any inspection station.
That time I didn't get my car inspected on time, and the consequences were terrible. I noticed the brakes felt a bit soft when driving out, but I ignored it. A few days later, I almost rear-ended someone at an intersection—later, it was found that the braking system had aged, but the隐患 could have been detected during the inspection. Not only was safety compromised, but the police stopped me and issued a fine of several hundred yuan, with the risk of points being deducted. What's even more frustrating is that because I didn't repair it in time, the problem worsened, costing me several thousand more to replace parts. Dealing with insurance was also a hassle; they said they might refuse to cover damages without an inspection, and if an accident had happened, the losses would have been huge. Since then, I make sure to check every six months—it saves both peace of mind and money. Don't make the same mistake I did by taking chances.
