Which Side is the Front and Back of the Vehicle License?
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The front side of the vehicle license records vehicle information: the main page includes text such as "License Plate Number", "Vehicle Type", "Usage Nature", "Address", "Brand Model", "Engine Number", "Vehicle Identification Number", "Registration Date", and "Issue Date". The back side of the vehicle license records annual inspection information: that is, the side with the annual inspection stamp. Additional Information: How to Renew a Driver's License: 1. After one-year probation period: After the one-year probation period of the driver's license, there is no need to go to the issuing vehicle management office for renewal, as the system will automatically convert the probation period to a regular license. However, if there are any traffic violations, remember to handle them. 2. After six years: After the driver's license has been valid for six years, you need to go to the issuing vehicle management office to renew it. The materials required for this include: a medical examination form (from a hospital designated by the traffic police department), the driver's license, ID card, an application form filled out at the vehicle management office, and three one-inch color photos. 3. No violation records: If there are no records of 12-point violations within any one cycle during the six years, the new license will automatically be converted to a 10-year validity period upon renewal.
Having driven for over a decade, I carry my vehicle license with me every day. The front side is the one with the vehicle photo, license plate number, and owner information – it looks quite official. The back side, however, is mostly blank or reserved for the annual inspection sticker. Some people get confused and treat the back as the front, but there's really no need. The front contains all the critical data, such as the model and manufacturing date, which must be presented during every inspection. The back side has almost nothing important, occasionally just some annual inspection notes. I recommend placing it in the car with the front side facing up for quick access and to avoid wearing out the information. Veteran drivers know this well – the front side must be protected, or getting a replacement can be a hassle.