Will there be a fine for failing the vehicle exhaust emission test?
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If a motor vehicle's pollutant emissions exceed the prescribed standards and the owner refuses to rectify the issue within the specified time after being ordered to do so, a fine of 200 yuan will be imposed, along with a deduction of 3 points from the driver's license. If a vehicle fails a random exhaust emission test, the traffic police department will temporarily confiscate the vehicle's registration certificate on the spot. The owner must carry out repairs and rectifications within 7 days and can only retrieve the registration certificate upon presenting a re-inspection pass certificate. More information about exhaust emissions is as follows: 1. Hazards of vehicle exhaust emissions: Vehicle exhaust emissions form carboxyhemoglobin, reducing the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity and diminishing the oxygen supply to human tissues, leading to tissue hypoxia, which can cause symptoms such as headaches, and in severe cases, suffocation and death. 2. Main pollutants in vehicle exhaust include: carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, particulate matter (including certain heavy metal compounds, lead compounds, soot, and oil mist), and foul odors (such as formaldehyde). 3. Exhaust emission tests mainly focus on three types of emission gases: CH, CO, and NOx. If a vehicle fails the exhaust emission test, the staff will issue a "Notice of Failed Motor Vehicle Inspection Items," informing the owner to go to a repair shop for relevant maintenance before undergoing a re-inspection.
My car failed the emissions test last year and was fined 200 yuan, which felt quite unfair, but rules are rules. If your car fails the emissions test during inspection, you will indeed be fined, typically ranging from 100 to 500 yuan. You might also get penalty points or be required to fix the issue before passing. This often happens with older cars, like my decade-old vehicle, which failed due to poor maintenance—like not replacing the catalytic converter on time or using low-quality fuel, leading to excessive emissions. It’s not just a financial loss but also a waste of time for repairs. I learned my lesson and now check for engine carbon buildup every three months, use standard gasoline, and add fuel additives, which has helped me pass the test. I recommend car owners not wait until the annual inspection and instead get their emissions tested regularly at a garage to avoid last-minute hassles. In short, failing the test means fines, so early prevention saves both money and trouble.
