What Happens If a Vehicle Is Not Scrapped Upon Expiry?
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If a vehicle under one's name has reached its scrapping period but is not scrapped, the driver's license cannot be renewed or undergo annual inspection on time. Additionally, no further motor vehicle-related procedures will be permitted under that name. Below is an introduction to the new regulations regarding vehicle scrapping: 1. Mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers: Non-commercial household 5-seater sedans and 7-seater SUVs, although without a fixed scrapping period, will be mandatorily scrapped once the mileage reaches 600,000 kilometers. Typically, household vehicles are driven for a maximum of 15 years, with an annual mileage of around 20,000 kilometers. This scrapping mileage threshold generally does not affect private car owners. Moreover, this regulation has loopholes, as many used car dealers manipulate odometer readings, making it difficult to detect tampering. 2. Vehicles that fail or do not undergo annual inspection on time: Current regulations for private vehicles stipulate that new vehicles must have an inspection stamp every two years within the first six years, then annually from years 7 to 15, and twice a year after 15 years. Vehicles that do not undergo inspection or fail the inspection will be mandatorily scrapped.
If you don't scrap your vehicle when it's due, you're in for big trouble. I've seen many friends procrastinate, only to end up with their cars completely banned from the road. If caught by traffic police, you'll face hefty fines starting from 2,000 yuan, have your vehicle impounded, and possibly even see it towed to a scrapyard for disposal. Forget about passing the annual inspection too – once the DMV checks the blacklist, your inspection will be denied, rendering your license plate useless. If you're involved in an accident while driving such a vehicle, the insurance company won't pay a dime, leaving you to foot the bill and shoulder all the liability, potentially facing lawsuits. Even daily driving becomes a hassle, as other drivers may report you, and urban restricted zones become off-limits. Don't cut corners – scrap it early for peace of mind. Get a new car that's safe, compliant, and fuel-efficient.
