Will there be a fine if the vehicle inspection is overdue for a few days?
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There will be penalties for overdue vehicle annual inspections. If a motor vehicle fails to undergo safety technical inspection within the prescribed period, the traffic management department of the public security organ will issue a warning or deduct 3 points. The following are the penalties for overdue annual inspections: 1. If a vehicle fails to undergo safety technical inspection within the prescribed period, the traffic management department will issue a warning. Therefore, it is recommended to promptly bring the relevant documents to the inspection station for a supplementary inspection if the annual inspection is overdue for a few days. 2. According to the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations," the owner of the vehicle can apply for an inspection compliance mark at the vehicle management office of the registration location within 3 months before the expiration of the vehicle inspection validity period. One of the penalties is deducting 3 points for driving a vehicle on the road without timely annual inspection.
Don't delay the annual vehicle inspection. Let me tell you, I just dealt with a fine last month for being one week overdue. You might get away with it on the first day, but after three or four days, the police could catch you. I was pulled over while driving in the city and fined 200 yuan, plus additional fees. It's not just about the money—delaying could affect your insurance validity. If you have an accident and they don’t cover it, you’ll be in big trouble. Rules vary by location; big cities impose fines faster, while smaller towns might give some leeway, but don’t count on it. My advice: go to the inspection station as soon as you realize your inspection is about to expire. The longer you wait, the higher the fine, and your car could even be impounded, causing more hassle. Setting a phone reminder is a good idea to avoid forgetting.
