Why Can't I Apply for Exemption from Inspection via 12123?
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12123 exemption from inspection application generally refers to the online right to directly apply for inspection exemption for relatively new vehicles within 6 years. It might be because the vehicle is too old. Regulations regarding annual inspection: For new vehicles within 6 years, they can be exempted from inspection twice, with inspections required at the 6th and 8th year when the vehicle needs to go through the inspection line. For private vehicles over 10 years old, the original inspection cycle still applies, i.e., annual inspection for vehicles aged 10 to 15 years, and semi-annual inspection for vehicles over 15 years old. Cases where annual inspection fails: When a registered motor vehicle undergoes safety technical inspection, if the registered content on the motor vehicle's driving license does not match the relevant information of the vehicle, or if the compulsory third-party liability insurance certificate for the motor vehicle is not provided as required, the inspection will not be passed.
I was also quite confused when I encountered this situation. Later, I learned that although the Traffic Management 12123 app can handle many vehicle-related services, applying for the exemption inspection sticker requires meeting specific conditions. For example, the vehicle must be a small passenger car within 6 years. If it exceeds 6 years or is a minivan, it cannot be processed online. Additionally, all traffic violations and accidents must be settled, and the compulsory traffic insurance must be valid. Last time, my friend's application was rejected by the system due to an incorrect VIN entry, requiring an in-person visit. These are all automatically screened by the backend system; if the conditions are not met, you can't even access the application interface.
I've noticed that encountering hiccups when handling the inspection exemption service on 12123 is quite common nowadays, with the main issues usually stemming from documentation. The vehicle must have all traffic violation fines settled, otherwise the system simply won't proceed. The insurance policy information needs to be complete and accurate, and the vehicle and vessel tax must also be paid on time. Last year, my car couldn't refresh the information in the app because the insurance company delayed uploading the policy. Additionally, vehicles that have been modified or involved in casualty accidents will be restricted from online processing and must be taken to the DMV counter with the vehicle registration certificate for manual handling.
