What are the new regulations for annual vehicle inspections?
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New regulations for vehicle annual inspections: Starting from November 20, 2020, non-operational mini and small passenger vehicles with 7-9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years are included in the exemption scope; for non-operational mini and small passenger vehicles (excluding minivans) over 6 years but under 10 years, the inspection cycle is relaxed from once a year to once every two years. This means private cars only need to undergo on-site inspections twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. Contents of annual inspections: Check whether the engine, chassis, body, and their auxiliary equipment are clean, complete, and effective, whether the paint surface is uniform and aesthetically pleasing, whether major assemblies have been replaced, and whether they match the initial inspection records; Test whether the vehicle's braking performance, steering control, lights, exhaust, and other safety performance meet the requirements of the "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles"; Check whether the vehicle has been modified, altered, or transformed, whether the driving license, license plate, and all registered vehicle records match the actual condition of the vehicle, whether there are any changes, and whether approval and alteration procedures have been completed; Check whether the license plate, driving license, and the enlarged license plate characters printed on the vehicle are damaged, altered, or illegible, and whether they need replacement; For large vehicles, check whether the name of the unit or the street, township, or town where the vehicle is located and the number of passengers allowed in the cab are printed in Chinese imitation Song font on both sides of the door as required; For trucks, check whether the rear fender (including the trailer's rear fender) has the vehicle number enlarged 2-3 times as required, and whether the sides of the door are printed with the word "individual" for private or joint-operation vehicles. The characters must be clear, and unit codes or other patterns are not allowed (special cases require approval from the vehicle management office).
I've also noticed the recent adjustments to the new vehicle inspection regulations, which are particularly favorable to private cars within six years. For newly purchased vehicles now, there's no need to drive to the inspection station and queue up for the first six years. Simply apply for the electronic inspection mark via the Traffic Management 12123 APP in the second and fourth years. The requirements for vehicles over six years old have also been relaxed. Previously, an annual inspection was required, but now it's only necessary to inspect in the sixth and tenth years. However, it's important to note that vehicles like minivans are not eligible for the exemption policy. Additionally, if the vehicle has been involved in an accident causing casualties, the exemption qualification will be revoked. Overall, the new regulations do save a lot of time, but remember to apply for the mark on time to avoid penalties for overdue applications.
