Where to Check for China VI Vehicle Identification?
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You can check through the environmental protection website, vehicle nameplate, inspection of the compliance certificate, review of the environmental information vehicle list, or via specialized websites. Below are the relevant methods for checking emission standards: 1. Environmental Protection Website Vehicle Emission Stage Standard Query Method: Enter the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website, input fuzzy conditions in the search box, enter the correct verification code, and click search to find the vehicle's related information, including emission standards. 2. Through the vehicle nameplate: You can find it in places such as the lower left corner of the front windshield, on the driver's door pillar, the left side of the dashboard, the engine compartment, the adhesive label on the side door, the door frame base, or inside the glove box. These locations may have relevant labels to view the full vehicle model number. 3. Check the relevant content on the compliance certificate: The vehicle compliance certificate contains many key pieces of information, including the emission standard, which will clearly indicate the national emission standard the vehicle complies with. 4. Review the environmental information vehicle list: In the first section related to vehicle information, there is an item for the emission stage, which will concisely and clearly indicate whether the vehicle model is China V or China VI. 5. Query through specialized websites: After determining the vehicle model you intend to purchase, you can find the specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in its related documentation.
When I last bought a car, I paid special attention to the China 6 emission standard due to the strict environmental policies nowadays. Here are the key things to check: The vehicle identification plate, usually located inside the engine compartment or on the driver's door frame, will directly state 'China VI' if it meets the standard. The 17-digit VIN is crucial—the 10th digit indicates the year (e.g., 'P' stands for 2023), but for accurate emission details, you must check the Ministry of Ecology and Environment website by entering the VIN for free results. Always keep the Certificate of Conformity provided by the dealer during purchase, as it clearly states the standard in black and white. The invoice and manual often mention it too—don’t overlook these. Identifying China 6 is vital because China 5 cars face driving restrictions in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen; buying one might render it unusable, disrupting daily commutes. I recommend downloading an environmental app to instantly check the VIN and avoid dealer scams—a friend regretted buying a China 5 car due to oversight.
