What is the detailed process of vehicle annual inspection?
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The detailed process of vehicle annual inspection is as follows: 1. Fill out two forms, the Motor Vehicle License Application Form and the Motor Vehicle Inspection Record Form, using a carbon pen; 2. Go to the annual inspection registration window to review and input the materials; 3. Visit the violation inquiry window, and if there are any violations, pay the fines here; 4. Find an inspector for the vehicle's external inspection, which requires opening the hood to check the frame number. The inspector will provide a signed inspection approval page, then proceed to the inspection payment window to receive the invoice; 5. Go to the inspection registration window, leave all materials there, and then drive the vehicle to the inspection workshop; 6. Wait in line for the inspection, and after completion, receive an inspection report; 7. Take the inspection report back to the service hall, submit it to the designated window, and collect all materials while signing as required; 8. Submit the materials to Window 1 and hand over the vehicle license. The clerk will issue the annual inspection sticker and stamp the new annual inspection date on the back of the duplicate license.
Last year was my first time taking my car for its annual inspection, and it was quite a novel experience! I had to prepare the original driver's license, vehicle registration certificate, and a copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy. I booked an appointment on the inspection station's official website in advance to avoid long queues. Upon arrival, the staff first conducted an exterior check to confirm that the lights were working, the tire tread depth was within limits, and there was no damage to the body. Then, the car went on the inspection line to test exhaust emissions, braking performance, and whether the light brightness met standards. The whole process took about 40 minutes. If everything was normal, I paid around 150 yuan and received the inspection pass sticker on the spot, which I promptly affixed to the top right corner of the front windshield. I recommend checking your lights and tire pressure before heading out—unlike my first time when the brake light was dim and almost caused me to fail. Remember, the annual inspection ensures your vehicle is safe to drive, and driving with an expired inspection can result in fines and penalty points. Choosing a reliable inspection station makes the process much smoother.
