What are the new regulations for annual inspection of passenger vehicles?
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For cargo vehicles, a 'three additions and six reductions' initiative has been implemented, removing six original items from the annual inspection and adding three new ones. The specific annual inspection cycle and exemption scope are as follows: 1. Exemption scope: The exemption range for motor vehicles has been expanded from the original within 6 years and less than or equal to 6 seats to non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats. This means that after November 20, non-operational small and micro passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats that are less than 6 years old will be eligible for the exemption policy. 2. Annual inspection cycle: Vehicles exempt from inspection can avoid on-site testing for the first 6 years, only requiring procedural formalities every two years, while inspections are conducted annually from 6-10 years. The new regulations indicate that the annual inspection cycle for private vehicles remains unchanged for the first 6 years, and for vehicles aged 6-10 years, the inspection frequency changes from annual to biennial. In other words, exempt vehicles will undergo biennial inspections within 10 years, with only the 6th and 8th years requiring on-site testing.
I just got my car’s annual inspection done recently, and the new regulations are really hassle-free. Starting from 2022, private cars under 10 years old only need to undergo on-site inspections in the 6th and 10th years, with no need to visit inspection stations in between. For cars over 10 years old, inspections are now required once a year, finally putting an end to the previous rule of bi-annual inspections after 15 years. Brand-new cars are completely exempt from on-site inspections for the first 6 years—just apply for the electronic inspection mark every two years via the Traffic Management 12123 app, without even needing to visit the DMV. For someone like me who just bought a car, it’s as simple as a few clicks in the app every two years, done in minutes. However, owners of commercial vehicles, minivans, or cars involved in serious accidents should note that the old rules still apply. By the way, when applying on the app, make sure to have photos of your compulsory traffic insurance and vehicle tax receipts ready. Once uploaded and approved, you can directly receive the electronic mark—super convenient.
