What are the penalties for driving without an overdue inspection?
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If a vehicle is driven on the road without passing its overdue inspection, it will be fined 200 yuan and receive 3 demerit points. In addition to the above penalties, the vehicle will also be temporarily impounded until the relevant procedures are completed. Below is the vehicle inspection process: 1. Fill out the motor vehicle inspection mark application form and submit the required documents: For private vehicles: original vehicle license, copy of compulsory traffic insurance, ID card copy, and the vehicle; For company vehicles: original vehicle license, copy of compulsory traffic insurance, Organization Code Certificate of the People's Republic of China (with fresh seal), power of attorney (with fresh seal), agent's ID card copy, and the vehicle. 2. Inspection: Drive the vehicle to the inspection station for testing, and after completion, collect the relevant documents and drive the vehicle out of the inspection station.
Driving without an overdue annual inspection can lead to serious penalties. Having driven for over a decade, I’ve seen many people neglect this and get pulled over by the police, resulting in fines ranging from 200 to 1,000 yuan, depending on the city. Additionally, 3 points are deducted from the driver’s license—accumulating 12 points means retaking traffic rules, which is a huge hassle. The worst part is that if an accident occurs, insurance companies might use this as an excuse to deny liability, leaving you to cover hefty compensation costs out of pocket. Police also have the authority to impound your vehicle on the spot, forcing you to complete the inspection before getting it back. Just thinking about it is a headache—poor vehicle condition could even lead to a breakdown and dangerous accidents. I recommend setting a phone reminder for the inspection date or delegating the task to a repair shop to avoid costly oversights. Safety first, after all.
