What registration must a motor vehicle complete before it can be driven on the road?
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A motor vehicle can be driven on the road only after it has been registered with the traffic management department of the public security authority. Documents required for motor vehicle registration: Motor Vehicle Registration Application Form (to be obtained and filled out), duplicate of compulsory traffic insurance, vehicle purchase invoice (registration copy), criminal investigation receipt, original ID card and its copy, original certificate of conformity, and for non-local residents, a mobile population information registration form, and the supplementary page of purchase tax. License plates, commonly known as vehicle plates, refer to the plates hung on the front and rear of a vehicle, usually made of aluminum, sheet iron, plastic, or paper, engraved with the vehicle's registration number, registration region, or other relevant information. License plates serve to number and register vehicles, with their primary function being to identify the region to which the vehicle belongs and to trace the vehicle's owner and registration information based on the plate.
I've always believed that motor vehicles must be registered before hitting the road—it's a legally required step. When I bought my first car, I took time off to queue at the DMV, bringing my ID, purchase invoice, and vehicle certification. The process was smooth: filling out an application, a quick vehicle inspection, and paying a small fee of a few hundred yuan. Within days, I received the vehicle license and blue plates. Skipping registration is not an option—getting caught by the police could mean fines, vehicle impoundment, and no insurance coverage in case of an accident, leading to huge losses. I remember a neighbor who skipped registration for convenience, ended up hitting a pedestrian, and faced unclear liability, resulting in a hefty payout. So, only after registration is a car legally roadworthy, with its info recorded in the system for safety. Nowadays, many places support online appointments, saving time and hassle. My advice: register your new car immediately—don't delay.
