What are the penalties for driving a vehicle with expired annual inspection?
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If caught driving a vehicle with an expired annual inspection, the vehicle will be temporarily impounded, the driver's license will be deducted one point, and a fine will be imposed. The driver can later complete the necessary procedures, and the vehicle can be returned. Here are the specific details: Legal Information: Article 90 of the Road Traffic Safety Law states that if a motor vehicle driver violates road traffic safety laws, they shall be given a warning or fined. If there are other provisions in this law, the punishment shall be in accordance with those provisions. If a motor vehicle driven on the road does not display a license plate, does not have an inspection compliance mark or insurance mark, or does not carry the vehicle registration certificate or driver's license, the traffic management department of the public security organ shall impound the motor vehicle. Important Notes: Intentionally covering, damaging, or improperly installing a motor vehicle license plate will result in penalties according to this law.
Oh dear, driving with an expired annual inspection is a serious matter. I remember my friend got heavily fined recently—the traffic police deducted 3 points from his license, slapped him with a 200-yuan fine, and impounded his car on the spot. He had to complete the overdue inspection before getting it back. What’s even more troublesome is the insurance issue—if an accident happens during this period, the insurer might refuse to pay a single penny. I’ve checked the traffic laws: skipping inspections for three consecutive cycles leads to mandatory vehicle scrapping. So never procrastinate—head to the inspection station immediately if overdue, or you might lose the car for good. By the way, penalties vary by region, but points deduction and fines are almost unavoidable.
Driving a vehicle without passing the annual inspection will definitely result in penalties. Last year when I was driving out of town, I encountered a checkpoint and almost got fined for an expired inspection. The traffic police clearly stated that in such cases, the minimum penalty is a 1-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine, and in severe cases, the driver's license may even be suspended. The most troublesome part is that the vehicle's status will be locked, and it will be considered illegal until the inspection is completed. If caught by electronic police, repeated penalties may apply. Additionally, it's important to note that the annual inspection can uncover hidden dangers like brake failure or lighting malfunctions. Skipping the inspection is essentially risking safety. If the vehicle is found to have safety hazards, the penalties will be even more severe.
I've researched this issue, and driving a vehicle with an expired annual inspection subjects you to at least three penalties: First, a traffic fine, typically starting at 200 yuan; second, deduction of driver's license points, usually between 1 to 3 points; and third, vehicle impoundment, where you must complete the overdue inspection to retrieve your car. What's more frustrating are the subsequent impacts—your vehicle insurance becomes void during the violation processing period, meaning you'll have to cover all costs out of pocket in case of an accident. There was a car owner in our area who skipped the annual inspection for two consecutive years, and last year, a minor accident resulted in 30,000 yuan in repair costs, with the insurance company refusing to pay a single cent—truly a case of the gain not worth the loss. My advice is to set a phone reminder to avoid missing the inspection deadline.
