What are the standards for scrapping private cars?
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Private car scrapping standards: For 5-seat family cars and 7-seat SUVs, as well as non-commercial small and micro vehicles, there is no usage period limit. When the normal mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers, the state will guide the scrapping process. In addition to the above-mentioned vehicles, small and micro non-commercial passenger cars, large non-commercial cars, and wheeled special machinery vehicles also have no usage period limit. Vehicle scrapping process: 1. The car owner applying for scrapping and renewal must fill out and submit the "Application Form for Vehicle Modification, Transfer, Alteration, Suspension, or Scrapping" in duplicate, stamped with the owner's seal. 2. Apply at the registration acceptance counter. For vehicles that have reached the scrapping age, the "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued. For vehicles that have not reached the scrapping age, after inspection and confirmation by the vehicle inspection counter that they meet the scrapping standards, the "Vehicle Scrapping Notice" will be issued. 3. The owner can choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle by presenting the "Notice". 4. After verifying the "Notice", the recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos. The engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. 5. The owner must submit the "Modification Form", "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form", "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate", and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the vehicle inspection counter for verification and signature. The license plates and certificates will be reclaimed, and the application will be submitted for approval according to regulations to complete the scrapping registration.
I know the scrapping standards for private cars mainly depend on the years of use, emissions, and safety conditions. Generally, if a car has been driven for more than 15 years, or its emissions exceed the national limits, such as old vehicles emitting heavy black smoke or consuming too much fuel, it may be forcibly scrapped. Additionally, if major issues are found during the annual inspection, such as severe engine damage, brake failure, or serious body corrosion, and the safety inspection fails, the car must be sent to a scrapyard for disposal. I’ve dealt with this situation before—when a car gets old, repair costs can skyrocket, making it more cost-effective to scrap it, receive some subsidies, and buy a new one. With the country’s strict environmental requirements now, older vehicles cause high pollution, and the scrapping standards aim to reduce accident risks and maintain road safety.
