What is the process for applying for vehicle scrappage?
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First, the vehicle owner applying for scrappage and renewal must fill out and stamp the "Application Form for Vehicle Modification, Transfer, Alteration, Suspension, or Scrappage" and wait for the registration acceptance counter to issue a "Vehicle Scrappage Notice" for vehicles that have reached the mandatory scrappage age. For vehicles that have not reached the scrappage age, after inspection and confirmation by the vehicle inspection counter that they meet the scrappage standards, a "Vehicle Scrappage Notice" will be issued. Then, the owner should choose a qualified recycling company to dismantle the vehicle with the "Notice". The recycling company will dismantle the vehicle and take photos after verifying the "Notice". The requirements are that the engine must be separated from the vehicle, the engine block must be broken, and the frame (chassis) must be cut. Finally, the owner should submit the "Modification Form", "XX Province Vehicle Renewal Technical Appraisal Form", "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate", and photos of the dismantled vehicle to the vehicle inspection counter for verification and signature. After the license plates and certificates are reclaimed and the application is submitted for approval according to regulations, the scrappage registration can be completed. The mandatory scrappage regulations are as follows: According to the new regulations, registered vehicles that fail to obtain the inspection compliance mark for three consecutive inspection cycles after the expiration of the inspection validity period will be mandatorily scrapped.
Last time I scrapped my old car, the process was quite straightforward. First, I found a government-certified recycling company. They sent someone to inspect the vehicle's condition, tow it away, and requested copies of my ID card, the original vehicle registration certificate, and the driving license. After signing the scrapping agreement at the recycling company, I received the official scrapping certificate. With these documents, I went to the local vehicle management office to complete the vehicle deregistration, which included surrendering the license plate and canceling tax records. The entire process took about a week, avoiding potential legal issues such as license plate theft. I also reminded everyone to empty personal belongings in advance and not forget to back up important data to prevent loss. Remember to choose a formal recycling point, where you can get some recycling fees—though not much, it's environmentally friendly. My experience tells me that dealing with old cars promptly saves a lot of subsequent trouble.
