What to Do If You Forget the Annual Inspection for Your Private Car?
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If you forget the annual inspection for your car, you should go to the vehicle management office for a supplementary inspection as soon as possible. It is worth noting that after the annual inspection is overdue, a fine of 200 yuan will be imposed and 3 points will be deducted from your license. Only after handling the violation and paying the fine can you proceed with the normal annual inspection procedure. Additionally, after the annual inspection is overdue, the car cannot be driven on the road. Otherwise, a fine of 200 yuan will be imposed and 3 points will be deducted from your license. In severe cases, the traffic management department of the public security organ may also temporarily impound the vehicle. Here is some additional information: 1. Consequences of not having an annual inspection: The consequences of driving a vehicle without an annual inspection are severe. In addition to the aforementioned penalties, an important safeguard will also be invalidated, which is insurance. Vehicles that have not undergone the annual inspection are not covered by insurance. In the event of a traffic accident, the losses and compensation will not be covered by the insurance company, and the owner will have to bear them personally. Moreover, the owner will also bear the main responsibility for the accident. 2. Materials required for the annual inspection: (1) Original vehicle license; (2) Original copy of compulsory traffic insurance; (3) Proof of vehicle and vessel tax; (4) Original ID card. If someone else handles it on your behalf, the agent needs to bring their own original ID card.
I've been in this situation before. When I realized my annual inspection was overdue by more than a month, my heart skipped a beat. Don't panic - the first thing to do is stop driving the vehicle immediately. If caught driving with an expired inspection, you'll face a 200 RMB fine plus 3 penalty points. Contact a nearby vehicle inspection station right away to schedule a make-up inspection, and remember to bring your ID card, vehicle license, and compulsory traffic insurance policy. If the inspection has been overdue for more than three months, you'll need to visit the DMV to complete a reinstatement procedure before the make-up inspection. Many inspection stations now offer Saturday services - I recommend booking an early morning slot to avoid queues. The most reliable method is to set an annual reminder on your phone. I've added an alarm one month before the inspection date to my maintenance calendar.
