What Documents Are Needed for Vehicle Inspection on Behalf of Someone Else?
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When conducting a vehicle inspection on behalf of someone else, you need to bring the driver's license, ID card, vehicle registration certificate, and the valid compulsory traffic insurance policy for the current year. Meaning of Annual Inspection: Vehicle annual inspection refers to a mandatory test that every vehicle with an official license plate and registration certificate must undergo. It is equivalent to an annual physical examination for the vehicle according to the "Technical Conditions for Motor Vehicle Operation Safety." Exemption Policy: The 6-year exemption from inspection for non-commercial small private passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer means that the vehicle is exempt from on-site inspection. However, the owner still needs to pass the exhaust emission test within the specified period (usually 2 years) and apply for the inspection compliance mark at the vehicle management office, motor vehicle registration service station, or traffic police squadron, which must then be affixed to the upper right corner of the vehicle's front windshield.
I've helped others with vehicle inspections several times, and I always remember to bring the original vehicle license—it's the core identification document. When acting as an agent, I also need to bring a copy of the vehicle owner's ID card, my original ID card, and a signed authorization letter from the owner to prove I'm authorized to act on their behalf. A copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy is a must, and it must be valid, otherwise the inspection won't pass. Before driving the car in, be sure to check that the brake lights and turn signals are working—once, a friend's car was rejected on the spot due to broken lights, wasting an entire day. Bring around 200 yuan in cash to cover the inspection fee and possible photocopying costs. To avoid forgetting anything, I keep a checklist in my bag: vehicle license, owner's ID copy, my ID, authorization letter, and insurance policy copy. Check all preparations a day in advance to avoid last-minute panic—it's not easy to make the trip, so efficiency is key. Paying attention to details speeds things up, and safety and peace of mind are what matter most.
