What does it mean to have missed three consecutive inspection cycles?
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Failure to participate in the inspection for three consecutive scoring cycles will result in the downgrade of the driver's license. Relevant regulations: According to Article 80, Paragraph 3 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses" (Order No. 123 of the Ministry of Public Security), "driving a motor vehicle without participating in the inspection within the prescribed time limit will result in corresponding fines imposed by the public security traffic management department." License replacement procedures: For drivers holding licenses for large buses (A1), tractors (A2), city buses (A3), medium-sized buses (B1), or large trucks (B2), if they fail to participate in the inspection for three consecutive scoring cycles, the vehicle management office shall revoke their highest permitted driving qualification and notify the driver to complete the downgrade and replacement procedures within 30 days.
As a car owner, I just experienced this last year. 'Failing to undergo inspection for three consecutive cycles' means the vehicle hasn't undergone the mandatory annual inspection beyond the stipulated period. Typically, each cycle is one year, so it means three years without inspection. The consequences were severe: I was pulled over by the police while driving, fined several hundred yuan, and had points deducted from my license. Even worse, my insurance became invalid, meaning I would have been left without any coverage in case of an accident. When I went to rectify the situation, I found out that the vehicle management office required me to pay overdue fines and undergo re-inspection. If any components were found to be aging, such as brake issues, repairs were necessary. Since then, I've made sure to get my car inspected on time to ensure its safety. I recommend setting up reminders on your phone—don't be lazy like I was. Annual inspections help prevent potential hazards by checking lights, emissions, and other issues, thereby avoiding accidents.
