What procedures are required for scrapping a Beijing-licensed vehicle?
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Scrapping procedures involve the vehicle owner (individual or organization) submitting a scrapping application; the individual or organization must bring the scrapped motor vehicle's driving license (or a copy) and the ID card of the person delivering the vehicle to the municipal metal recycling company's vehicle delivery office to obtain the "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate"; the owner then uses this certificate, along with the vehicle registration and license plates, to complete the deregistration process at the municipal vehicle management office; finally, the owner must present the "Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate" to the Transportation Bureau and the Road Transport Administration to cancel the road maintenance fee and transport management fee. Hazards of scrapped vehicles: When a motor vehicle reaches the end of its service life or becomes severely deteriorated, its operational flexibility, stability, braking performance, and other critical functions are significantly reduced, posing constant and widespread hazards that seriously threaten the safety of other vehicles and pedestrians. Issues with scrapped vehicles: Some vehicles that have reached the scrapping age are disguised through deceptive practices such as using fake license plates or repainting, making them indistinguishable from stolen or illegally obtained vehicles, thus confusing consumers.
Just finished scrapping my old Beijing-licensed car, and the process was quite clear. Remember to first make an online appointment with a dismantling factory—make sure it's a qualified and legitimate company. Bring the three essential documents: ID card, vehicle license, and registration certificate, and don't forget to remove and bring the license plates. At the factory, staff will verify the vehicle’s status, and after filling out the 'Motor Vehicle Scrapping Application Form,' you can watch your beloved car get dismantled. The 'Recycling Certificate for Scrapped Vehicles' issued by the dismantling plant is the most important—you’ll need it to complete the deregistration at the DMV. Finally, confirm the successful deregistration on the Traffic Management 12123 App, and remember to apply for an indicator update, or it might affect your next lottery. The whole process takes about two weeks, so don’t wait until just before the insurance expires to start—it can get hectic.
The key to scrapping a Beijing-licensed vehicle is to follow two main steps. First, arrange for vehicle dismantling and recycling: make an appointment via WeChat with a dismantling facility, and bring your ID card, vehicle license, and vehicle registration certificate when delivering the car on-site. Next, the deregistration process is crucial: after obtaining the recycling certificate from the dismantling facility, visit the vehicle management office to complete the deregistration. A special reminder: the quota update must be processed through the Beijing Passenger Car Quota Regulation System. Missing this step could cause issues when purchasing a new car later. Currently, recycling facilities offer free towing services, so it's recommended to clear personal belongings from the car a week in advance and submit the duplicate vehicle license to the facility for archiving.
