What is the Inspection Exemption Policy for 7-Seater Vehicles?
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7-seater vehicles are included in the inspection-exempt category. Below is a relevant introduction to the inspection exemption policy: 1. Exempt vehicles must apply for inspection labels: Inspection exemption does not mean exemption from review. During the 6-year exemption period, every 2 years, the vehicle owner must provide proof of compulsory traffic insurance and evidence of vehicle and vessel tax payment or exemption to the traffic management department to apply for the inspection label. 2. Meaning of inspection-exempt vehicles: For non-commercial vehicles like sedans, the 6-year inspection exemption means the vehicle is exempt from on-site inspection, and the owner only needs to go to the designated "6-year inspection-exempt vehicle" label issuance point to apply for the inspection compliance label. Starting from November 20, 2020, 7-seater vehicles have been officially included in the inspection exemption scope.
I remember the exemption policy for 7-seater vehicles is quite popular in China, especially after the new regulations in 2020. All non-commercial passenger vehicles with 9 seats or fewer, including 7-seaters, are exempt from on-site inspections for the first six years, requiring only biennial applications for the inspection label via the Traffic Management 12123 App or the vehicle management office. This policy really saves car owners time and hassle by eliminating the need to queue for inspections and also cuts down on inspection fees. However, two points to note: for the first six years, new vehicles are exempt from on-site inspections but still need to apply for the label, and the vehicle must be non-commercial with no major traffic violations. After six years, inspections revert to annual on-site checks. I think this policy reflects the government's effort to make things easier for the public, reduce congestion and waste, but it also reminds everyone to maintain their vehicles regularly and ensure safe driving.
