What to Do If the Annual Vehicle Inspection is Overdue by Three or Four Days?
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If the annual vehicle inspection is overdue by three or four days, the first thing to do is to stop driving the vehicle on the road and complete the annual inspection procedures as soon as possible. Below are specific details about overdue annual inspections: 1. Laws and Regulations: According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," drivers will be fined and penalized with 3 demerit points. Additionally, the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations" clearly state that if a motor vehicle fails to undergo the mandatory safety technical inspection within the specified period, the traffic management department of the public security authority will issue a warning or impose a fine. 2. Insurance: In the event of a traffic accident involving a vehicle that has not passed its annual inspection on time, the insurance company will not be liable for any damages.
Last time my annual vehicle inspection was also overdue by a few days, so I immediately parked my car in the garage and didn't dare to drive it on the road. After checking the traffic management app 12123, I found that driving an uninspected vehicle would result in a 3-point deduction and a 200-yuan fine. In case of an accident, the insurance company might even refuse to compensate. I immediately called the nearest inspection station and scheduled a make-up inspection for the next day. The whole process took just over two hours to complete. I suggest you also go for a make-up inspection as soon as possible. Remember to bring your ID card, vehicle license, and a valid compulsory traffic insurance policy. Now, set an annual inspection reminder on your phone two months in advance so you can get it done early and avoid procrastinating again. The technician at the inspection station said that make-up inspections are usually possible within three months of the due date, but it becomes much more troublesome if it's overdue by more than half a year.
I encountered a similar situation during my annual inspection last year. It wasn't until five days after the inspection deadline that my neighbor reminded me. Handling this requires three steps: First, stop driving immediately to avoid being caught by traffic cameras; then, go to the bank to settle all traffic violations, as the inspection station won't proceed until all fines are paid; finally, schedule an appointment for the nearest working day to complete the overdue inspection at the testing line. Remember to bring the original and a copy of the vehicle owner's ID card, and it's best to print out the compulsory insurance policy. The cost for a late inspection is similar to the regular annual check, though some places may charge an additional small late fee. After my last late inspection, I made sure to stick a note inside the car with the date of the next annual inspection.
My car missed its annual inspection by four days last year, and here's how I handled it: First, I checked and cleared all traffic violation records. Then, I had a friend drive the car to the inspection station for me. Remember, never drive the car yourself during the overdue period - if an accident happens, insurance won't cover it. At the inspection station, I directly explained the situation to the staff, and they had a dedicated channel for overdue inspections. The inspection items included lights, brakes, and emissions - my car failed the emissions test twice before passing. The entire re-inspection process took about half an hour to get the new sticker, and I also did a routine maintenance while there. I recommend setting a reminder three months before your next inspection date - the traffic management app can send automatic alerts.
