What is the applicable scope of the temporary license plate with light blue background, black characters, and black borders?
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Temporary license plates with light blue background and black borders are applicable to motor vehicles temporarily driving within administrative jurisdictions. Motor vehicles holding temporary license plates with light blue background and black borders are only allowed to drive within the city. Relevant information is as follows: 1. Temporary license plates with brown-yellow background, black characters, and black borders: used for motor vehicles driving across cities. 2. Temporary license plates with brown-yellow background, black characters, and black borders (marked with "Test"): exclusively used for test motor vehicles, with the word "Test" printed on the right side of the temporary license plate. 3. Temporary license plates with brown-yellow background, black characters, and black borders (marked with "Oversize"): used for special motor vehicles, specifically referring to engineering special operation vehicles with axle load and total mass exceeding limits, and motor vehicles transporting large indivisible items that are extra-long, extra-wide, or extra-high. The word "Oversize" is printed on the right side of the temporary license plate.
That light blue temporary license plate with black characters and black borders, I've seen it commonly used during cross-province long-distance trips after driving for over a decade. For instance, when relocating from Hebei to Guangdong, new cars without formal plates must display this to hit the road. It's only valid for 7 to 15 days—meant for temporary use during transit, not for permanent parking. Traffic police enforce strict checks, so remember to carry the car purchase invoice and insurance documents to avoid fines. I've noticed some neglect this, risking point deductions and penalties when it expires—not worth it. Safe driving is paramount; temporary plates are just a convenient transitional solution.
