What to Do If the Vehicle Inspection is Overdue?
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If the vehicle inspection is overdue, you should promptly go to the vehicle management office or an automobile inspection station to complete the annual inspection. Below is relevant information about the annual vehicle inspection: 1. Rules for annual inspection: According to Article 16 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law," effective from July 1, 2018, motor vehicles must undergo safety technical inspections within the following periods from the date of registration: passenger vehicles for commercial use must be inspected annually within the first 5 years, and every 6 months after exceeding 5 years, etc. 2. Rules for the vehicle inspection label: Starting from June 20, 2020, the electronic vehicle inspection label service has been implemented nationwide. The electronic vehicle inspection label is issued through the unified national internet traffic safety comprehensive service platform.
If the vehicle inspection is overdue, you must immediately stop driving on the road. According to the law, if caught driving with an overdue inspection, you will face a fine of at least 200 yuan, 3 demerit points, and possible vehicle towing. Take two urgent steps: first, pay the fine and late fees at the traffic management department or via an app, then schedule an annual inspection at an authorized testing station as soon as possible. Prolonged delays can lead to vehicle issues, such as aging brake systems, which may cause failure and require repairs before passing the inspection, leading to unnecessary expenses. Remember, don’t delay to avoid affecting your next inspection eligibility. Set a phone reminder in advance, preparing half a month beforehand is the safest approach.
