
Confirm that the vehicle has reached the review period, bring the vehicle license and ID card, and drive to the inspection station. Pay the fee, fill out the form, undergo safety inspection, log in, and complete environmental protection login. Prepare ID card, driver's license, vehicle license, compulsory traffic accident liability insurance certificate, motor vehicle safety technical inspection certificate, etc. After completing the preparatory work (checking whether the brake lights are working properly), queue up for online inspection. After going online, the vehicle will be arranged for inspection by the guide driver. Complete the relevant vehicle inspection procedures in the service hall of the inspection center and check whether the inspection is qualified.

Last time I went for the annual inspection, I almost made a wasted trip. Here's a heads-up for you! First, check the location and business hours of the inspection station. Bring the original ID card, original vehicle license, and the compulsory traffic insurance policy (mostly electronic now, but some places still require a copy). Remember to have a triangular warning sign and a fire extinguisher in the car—don’t be like my friend who got stuck because she forgot the extinguisher. The process is: queue for registration → check lights and brakes → exhaust emission test → chassis inspection, which takes about two hours in total. One annoying point: if you’ve modified the headlights or applied dark window film, restore them to the original condition beforehand! My car group buddy, Lao Zhang, had to retest three times because his window film didn’t meet the light transmittance requirement.

Vehicle inspection relies heavily on preliminary preparation. Essential documents include the original and duplicate of the vehicle license and the owner's ID card. For company-owned vehicles, bring the official seal and a copy of the business license. It's advisable to settle any traffic fines beforehand, as unresolved violations will prevent passing the initial review. The inspection process consists of three main parts: visual inspection, safety technical check, and environmental testing. Special attention: tire tread depth must be uniform, and the vehicle body must show no signs of illegal modifications. Insufficient lighting brightness is a common reason for failure, so it's recommended to test high and low beams before the inspection. Inspection fees vary by city, typically ranging from 200 to 400 yuan for regular family cars.

Personal experience tells you the five essentials for annual inspection: ID card + vehicle license + valid compulsory traffic insurance + vehicle and vessel tax certificate + cash or mobile payment. The process is actually quite simple: 1. Drive to the inspection line entrance for registration 2. Staff checks the chassis number imprint 3. Tests for braking and light intensity 4. Exhaust gas analyzer test 5. Receive the report. But don't overlook the details—last time my brother's car was required to clean a small sticker on the rearview mirror on the spot. Brothers with modified rims, pay attention, if the size and specifications don't match, you'll fail directly.


