What are the consequences of not scrapping a motorcycle?
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Motorcycles that have reached the national mandatory scrapping standards but are not deregistered as required are considered illegal. Drivers with unresolved violations will not pass the license renewal inspection when their driver's license expires. Owning a motorcycle that has reached the scrapping standard but has not been deregistered or has not undergone overdue inspection will prevent the owner from handling all motor vehicle and driver's license-related matters under their name. Below is the relevant information: 1. Motorcycle deregistration process: Owner's identity proof; vehicle registration certificate, license plate, and registration certificate; recycling certificate; scrapping certificate. 2. Motorcycle deregistration and scrapping conditions: Light two-wheeled motorcycles, light three-wheeled motorcycles, two-wheeled motorcycles, and sidecar motorcycles with a cumulative mileage of 100,000 kilometers; three-wheeled motorcycles with a cumulative mileage of 80,000 kilometers; motorcycles severely damaged and irreparable; motorcycles that still fail to meet the national motor vehicle safety technical requirements after repair and adjustment.
I have over 10 years of experience riding motorcycles, and not scrapping old motorcycles is really dangerous. I remember last year my neighbor's bike wasn't scrapped, and the brake system failed due to aging—he crashed into a ditch in the rain and almost lost his life. When old bike parts wear out, like loose chains or rusted brake discs, the reaction time slows down, and the risk of accidents doubles. Over time, the bike's stability deteriorates, and even turning can become uncontrollable, which also endangers other pedestrians on the road. I once rode a 20-year-old bike that would emit smoke as soon as the engine started, with unbearably loud noise, leading to complaints from neighbors. For safety, it's better to go through the scrapping process early to avoid unnecessary trouble. Regular inspections can prevent many accidents.
