What to Do If the Vehicle's Annual Inspection Has Expired?

[LeRowan]

If the vehicle's annual inspection has expired, the owner should promptly go to the vehicle management office to complete the annual inspection procedures. If the vehicle has not been inspected for more than three inspection cycles, it will be forcibly scrapped. According to laws and administrative regulations, vehicles should undergo regular safety technical inspections based on their usage, passenger and cargo capacity, service life, and other factors.

[Casey]

My car's annual inspection was overdue, and I panicked at first, but experience told me to stay calm. First, I avoided driving to prevent fines. I immediately checked the DMV website, booked the nearest inspection station for a re-inspection, and brought my vehicle license, ID card, and compulsory traffic insurance proof. At the inspection station, I queued up, paid a 200-yuan fine, and then underwent checks for lights, brakes, and emissions. The whole process took half a day, and thankfully, it didn’t affect my insurance. Now, I set reminders on my phone calendar two weeks in advance to prepare for the annual inspection, so I won’t forget again. Everyone should remember to perform regular vehicle maintenance—it improves inspection pass rates and saves money.