What procedures are required for annual inspection of private cars?
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Private cars need to prepare documents such as the vehicle license and driver's license for annual inspection. The following is an introduction to the procedures for annual inspection of private cars: 1. Documents required for annual inspection of small cars: vehicle license, driver's license, copy of compulsory traffic insurance (within the validity period), warning triangle, and fire extinguisher. 2. Notes for car annual inspection: (1) Entrusted handling: If it is entrusted handling, the original ID cards of both the entrusting party and the entrusted party must be complete. Bring the warning triangle and mini fire extinguisher originally equipped in the car, these two items are also essential. (2) Traffic violation handling: According to regulations, if traffic violations are not cleared in time, although the inspection can pass in terms of appearance and exhaust emissions, the final 'inspection' mark can only be obtained after the violations are processed.
I've been driving my family car for over a decade and know the annual inspection process inside out. First, prepare the vehicle license and ID card - these are mandatory documents. Don't forget to make sure the car's exterior is clean and tidy. Before heading to the inspection station, it's best to make an appointment, as many places now offer APP booking to save time. Upon arrival, pay a fee of around 200-300 yuan, then queue for inspection. They'll check items like lights, brakes, and exhaust emissions. If the emissions fail, you might need to visit a repair shop for adjustments first. Once it passes, you'll immediately receive the annual inspection sticker to place on your windshield. The whole process takes less than an hour. I always make sure to do it one month in advance to avoid fines and penalty points for expiration. Annual inspections aren't just about compliance - they help identify potential safety hazards like brake failures early, which is absolutely crucial for safe driving.
