What materials are required for vehicle annual inspection?
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Materials required for vehicle annual inspection (issuance of motor vehicle inspection compliance mark) are as follows (originals only, no copies needed): 1. Original copy of compulsory motor vehicle traffic accident liability insurance certificate (duplicate); 2. Safety technical inspection compliance certificate (provided by vehicle inspection station); 3. Original vehicle registration certificate; 4. Vehicle and vessel tax payment proof (must include license plate number), now mostly included in compulsory insurance documents; 5. Original ID card of vehicle owner (plus agent's ID if handled by proxy); 6. Reflective warning triangle. Precautions for vehicle annual inspection: 1. No traffic violations; First ensure there are no outstanding traffic violations! Any violations must be settled before inspection eligibility. Vehicles with violation records cannot undergo annual inspection per regulations, and processing violations may take time in some regions. Therefore, handle violations in advance. 2. Unauthorized modifications; Avoid excessive exterior customization that may fail inspection. Unnecessary modifications waste money and hinder approval. Never replace chassis/engine illegally or purchase suspicious vehicles to avoid legal consequences. 3. Dirty vehicle; Excessive dirt affects exterior/undercarriage inspection and photo documentation. Inspection staff may refuse photography for overly dirty vehicles, causing failure - applies to new vehicle registration too. 4. Pre-inspection maintenance; Well-maintained private vehicles without major accidents generally pass, but older vehicles face challenges. For aged/high-mileage vehicles, comprehensive maintenance at 4S shops focusing on inspection items (exterior, lights, brakes, emissions) is recommended 1 week prior. 4S shops can test and adjust all inspection parameters, especially emissions using specialized equipment to clean/tune fuel systems until compliant.
I used to drive my car for annual inspection every year, and the lesson I learned is never to miss any required documents. First, you must bring the original ID card of the vehicle owner, as it is crucial to prove your legal ownership. Second, the vehicle registration certificate must be complete, including license plate information and registration details. The original compulsory traffic insurance policy is also important—make sure the insurance is still valid, or it will be rejected. The vehicle and vessel tax receipt may sometimes be required, depending on local regulations. I recommend checking the documents a week in advance, as items like the insurance policy might be left at home and easily forgotten. If any documents are missing, you’ll have to go back and fetch them, wasting both time and fuel. The vehicle’s exterior should also be clean—avoid too many stickers on the windshield. The inspection station will check the lights and brakes, so keep the interior free of clutter. I always use a bag to organize everything to avoid last-minute chaos. Last year, I forgot my insurance policy and had to rush back—a painful lesson indeed!
In my work environment, I frequently handle vehicle inspections and am very familiar with annual inspection materials. Vehicle owners need to prepare their ID cards to verify the authenticity of their identity. The original vehicle registration certificate must be brought, as it contains important information such as the vehicle's VIN. A copy of the compulsory traffic insurance policy is sufficient, but make sure it hasn't expired. The vehicle and vessel tax certificate is sometimes indispensable, especially during peak tax periods. The vehicle interior should be kept clean to facilitate the inspector's testing of safety systems. I've witnessed clients being denied inspection due to missing ID cards, leading to repeated appointments that waste time and effort. It's advisable to call the inspection station in advance to confirm requirements and bring backup materials such as a duplicate driver's license. This can help avoid unnecessary trouble and save time and energy.
