What Are the New Regulations for 7-Seater Vehicle Annual Inspections in 2021?
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Here are the details regarding the new regulations for 7-seater vehicle annual inspections: 1. Expanded exemption scope for private vehicles: Non-operational mini and small passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years are now included. 2. For vehicles older than 6 years, the inspection cycle for 7-seaters is as follows: (1) Between 6 and 10 years, only 2 on-site inspections are required, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. (2) For vehicles over 10 years old, an annual inspection is required; for those over 15 years old, inspections are required every six months. 3. Documents required for the annual inspection: (1) Owner's ID card. (2) Original vehicle registration certificate. (3) Valid compulsory traffic insurance policy. (4) Current year's vehicle and vessel tax payment (or exemption) certificate (the tax certificate is usually included in the compulsory insurance policy).
I drive a 7-seater purchased in 2020, and things became much easier after the 2021 new regulations. The annual inspection requires less legwork now – for the first ten years, it only needs two on-site inspections, in the sixth and tenth years respectively. For other years, just apply for the inspection label on your phone. My car is only in its fourth year this year, so I can simply get the label online, saving both queuing time and money. This change stems from the updated national standard at the end of 2020, which optimized the frequency for non-commercial vehicles with fewer than nine seats. Of course, during on-site inspections, safety items like lights and brakes must not be overlooked. I recommend regular maintenance to keep the car in good condition just in case. Overall, the new regulations have significantly improved convenience, especially for parents like me who frequently shuttle kids to and from school, as we no longer have to constantly worry about inspection schedules.
