What are the new regulations for vehicle annual inspection?
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New regulations for vehicle annual inspection: Starting from November 20, 2020, non-operational small and mini buses with 7-9 seats (excluding minivans) within 6 years are included in the exemption range; for non-operational small and mini buses (excluding minivans) over 6 years but less than 10 years, the inspection cycle is relaxed from once a year to once every two years, meaning private cars only need to undergo on-site inspection twice within 10 years, specifically in the 6th and 8th years. Contents of annual inspection: 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 performances comply with the requirements of the "Technical Conditions for Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles"; Check whether the vehicle has been modified, remodeled, or transformed, whether the driving license, license plate, and all registrations in the vehicle file match the actual condition of the vehicle, whether there are any changes, and whether approval and change 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 unclear, and whether they need to be replaced; For large vehicles, check whether the unit name or the name of the street, township, or town where the vehicle is located and the maximum seating capacity in the cab are printed in imitation Song typeface on both sides of the door as required; For trucks, check whether the rear tailgate (including the rear tailgate of trailers) is printed with the vehicle number enlarged 2-3 times as required, and for individual or joint-venture vehicles, whether the word "individual" is printed on both sides of the door; the characters must be clear, and unit codes or other patterns are not allowed (special circumstances require approval from the vehicle management office).
I just bought my first car not long ago, and knowing about the new vehicle inspection regulations really makes things so much more convenient! The new rules allow new cars within 6 years to be exempt from on-site inspections, which means novice car owners like me don't have to visit inspection stations every year, saving both time and money. The inspection cycle has also been changed—within 10 years, you only need to inspect every two years, unlike the frequent hassle in the past. They've also optimized the inspection items, eliminating rough inspections and reducing wear and tear on vehicles. Recently, I even helped a friend with an out-of-town inspection—the new rules allow cross-regional handling, so there's no need to travel back to the hometown. Overall, these changes make the annual inspection more user-friendly. I recommend new car owners register on the 12123 App to check the progress anytime and ensure they don't miss the deadline, avoiding any impact on safety.
