What are the regulations for motor vehicle annual inspections?
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Here is the relevant introduction to the annual inspection regulations and procedures: 1. Relevant regulations: Passenger vehicles for commercial use must be inspected once a year within 5 years; after 5 years, they must be inspected every 6 months; trucks and large and medium-sized non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once a year within 10 years; after 10 years, they must be inspected every 6 months; small and micro non-commercial passenger vehicles must be inspected once every 2 years within 6 years; after 6 years, they must be inspected once a year; after 15 years, they must be inspected every 6 months. 2. Vehicle annual inspection procedures: The vehicle owner or unit must fill out the "Motor Vehicle Annual Inspection Form" and send the vehicle to the designated location for inspection on the date specified by the local vehicle management office. After the vehicle passes the inspection, the vehicle management authority will affix a seal on the vehicle's registration certificate and the "Motor Vehicle Annual Inspection Form".
When it comes to the annual vehicle inspection regulations, I’ve driven for over a decade and here’s my personal experience: New cars enjoy exemption from on-site inspections for the first six years, but you must apply for the inspection decal at the traffic management department or via an app every two years. For vehicles older than six but less than ten years, an annual on-site inspection at the testing station is required. Vehicles over ten years old still need an annual inspection. What to bring? Just the original vehicle license, compulsory traffic insurance policy, and a copy of the owner’s ID card—saves you a wasted trip. Inspection items include safety concerns like exhaust emissions, brake performance, and light brightness. I’d remind everyone to handle it promptly—if you exceed the inspection deadline, there’s a ¥200 fine and 3 penalty points, and insurance may refuse to pay in case of an accident. I recommend booking an appointment at the testing station in advance—the process is quick, taking about half an hour, ensuring road safety.
