What are the new regulations for annual inspections of private cars after 15 years?
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Private cars over 15 years are subject to the following new regulations: 1. For private cars over 15 years old: semi-annual inspections are required. Private cars within 6 years can be exempted from inspection twice (inspection marks need to be applied for every two years, without the need for on-site vehicle testing); at the 6th and 8th years, the vehicle must undergo on-site testing. 2. For private cars over 10 years old: the original inspection cycle is still followed, meaning annual inspections for cars between 10 and 15 years old, and semi-annual inspections for cars over 15 years old. Vehicle owners can apply for inspection compliance marks from the local vehicle management office within 3 months before the expiration of the current inspection period.
I've been driving this old car for almost 20 years, and the new regulations I recently heard about are quite practical. For private vehicles over 15 years old, the annual inspection has been changed from once a year to twice a year, which was implemented in May 2022. The main purpose is that older cars tend to develop more problems and are prone to accidents, so the government wants to improve road safety. I think this change is quite smart—since I usually drive to work and pick up the kids, more frequent inspections actually give me peace of mind. I suggest fellow car owners book an appointment at the inspection station in advance to avoid penalties for overdue inspections. The cost isn’t high either, averaging a few hundred yuan per inspection. Regularly checking your tires and brake pads yourself can extend your car’s lifespan and save money. Life is more important than anything else, so don’t cut corners and delay inspections for convenience.
Buddy, I just looked into the new regulations for private cars over 15 years old. Now they require biannual inspections instead of annual ones. The government introduced this last May, saying older cars have more issues and higher accident rates – all for public safety. My old ride is already 18 years old, so inspections are more frequent now, but you get used to it. Booking in advance via the app saves queuing time, and the fee is around 200-300 RMB, no big deal. Regular maintenance like checking tire pressure and lights makes inspections smoother. Safe driving matters most – older cars save fuel but need more frequent checks, which I think is fair. Skipping inspections leads to fines and bad records, totally not worth it.
