What are the new regulations for 5-seater vehicle annual inspections in 2021?
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5-seater vehicle annual inspection new regulations for 2021 are as follows: Within 6 years: 7-9 seat non-operational small and mini passenger vehicles (excluding vans) are included in the exemption range, exempt from on-site inspection within 6 years, only requiring application for inspection marks every two years. More than 6 years but less than 10 years: The inspection cycle for vehicles more than 6 years but less than 10 years is relaxed from annual inspection to biennial inspection, meaning private vehicles only need on-site inspection twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. More than 10 years: For private vehicles more than 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, i.e., annual inspection for 10-15 years, and semi-annual inspection for vehicles more than 15 years old.
As a car owner who frequently visits vehicle inspection stations, I find the 2021 regulation changes quite practical. For 5-seat passenger cars, during the first 6 years, you need to obtain the inspection mark every 2 years without actual testing, which can be done via the Traffic Management 12123 App. My car happens to be in its 7th year, so according to the new rules, it doesn't require testing at all. The key points are that the 6th, 8th, and 10th years mandate on-site inspections covering items like brakes, lights, and emissions. Vehicles older than 10 years still need annual inspections. The biggest advantage of the new regulations is reducing inspection station visits twice between years 6-10, saving time and effort. However, remember to clear all traffic violations before each on-site inspection, and revert any modified lights to original condition, otherwise you might face obstacles.
