What is the Vehicle Certificate Number?
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The vehicle certificate number is the credential for vehicle records at the traffic police vehicle management office. Automobile Concept: According to the latest national standard in China, 'Terms and Definitions of Automobiles and Trailers,' an automobile is defined as a non-track vehicle powered by an engine, with four or more wheels, primarily used for transporting passengers and goods; towing vehicles carrying passengers or goods; or for special purposes. Domestic automobile brands include Great Wall, Chery, Geely, Roewe, BYD, etc. Introduction to the Traffic Police Vehicle Management Office: The Vehicle Management Office, fully known as the Vehicle Administration Office, is mainly responsible for handling motor vehicle registration, modification, transfer, mortgage, and deregistration.
As someone who has only been driving for a few years, the vehicle certificate number to me is simply the unique number on the car ownership certificate, equivalent to the vehicle's ID card. It appears on the 'Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate' and proves who the real owner of the car is. I remember when I sold my first car, the buyer insisted on verifying this number before agreeing to the deal, as it can reveal the vehicle's transfer history and whether it has any liens. In daily life, it's essential for things like applying for insurance, handling accidents, or annual inspections. For safety, I always keep it in a memo rather than storing a photo on my phone to avoid hacking risks. I learned online that this number is also linked to the vehicle's legal origin—if you don’t verify it when buying or selling a used car, you might end up with a stolen vehicle. So, I regularly check the certificate's condition to prevent wear and tear from affecting its use.
