How does the annual vehicle inspection work? Analysis and structured guide of hot topics across the Internet
Recently, annual vehicle inspections have become a hot topic on the Internet. Especially after the implementation of new regulations, car owners’ attention to procedures, fees, precautions, etc. has soared. This article will combine the hot data of the past 10 days to provide you with structured answers.
1. Changes in new annual vehicle inspection regulations in 2023 (top 3 hotly discussed on the Internet)
| Changes | old rules | New Regulations (2023) | Applicable models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual inspection cycle | 1 inspection per year from 6 to 10 years | Inspection every 2 years from 6 to 10 years | Non-commercial vehicles with less than 9 seats |
| Inspection-free scope | Within 6 years | Within 10 years (need to go online in the 6th/10th year) | private car |
| Test items | 6 chassis tests | Cancel 3 items (such as suspension inspection) | All online vehicles |
2. Breakdown of the entire annual inspection process (ranking of popular search steps)
| step | Operation content | Materials required | time consuming |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Make an appointment | Make an appointment on the traffic control 12123 APP or on-site at the inspection station | driving license | 5 minutes |
| 2. Pre-check | Check lights/tyres/seat belts etc. | warning triangle | 10 minutes |
| 3.Payment | Small car 200-300 yuan (different from place to place) | Cash/electronic payment | 5 minutes |
| 4. Online detection | Exhaust/braking/chassis, etc. | No modification certificate | 20 minutes |
| 5. Get the bid | Annual inspection standard will be issued after passing the test | Copy of compulsory traffic insurance | 5 minutes |
3. The five major issues that car owners are most concerned about (Baidu search index)
| question | High frequency search volume | correct answer |
|---|---|---|
| What's the penalty for late inspection? | 12,000 times per day | 3 points deducted + 200 yuan fine |
| How does a modified car pass the annual inspection? | Average daily 8,900 times | Registration required in advance (color change) |
| Off-site annual inspection procedures | Average daily 6500 times | National inspection does not require a power of attorney |
| OBD test failed | Average daily 5500 times | Need 4S shop to eliminate fault code |
| Electronic annual inspection label validity | Average daily 4800 times | Equivalent to paper labels |
4. Guide to avoid pitfalls (popular video content on Douyin/Kuaishou)
1.Handle violations in advance: 90% of the vehicles rejected for inspection are due to failure to deal with traffic violations (requires 3 working days in advance)
2.Car light brightness detection: Recently, the LED modified lights have been strictly inspected and it is recommended to restore the original configuration.
3.Fire extinguisher expiration date: The pressure gauge pointer is qualified only if it is in the green area.
4.Tire tread depth: Below 1.6mm, it will directly fail (you can self-test the coin method)
5.Exhaust gas detection skills: The pass rate of cold cars going online directly is low. It is recommended to warm up the car 10 minutes in advance.
5. Comparison of testing costs in major cities across the country (Meituan/Dianping data)
| City | Small car cost | VIP channel price increase | Weekend testing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 280-350 yuan | +150 yuan | Some sites are open |
| Shanghai | 260-320 yuan | +100 yuan | Reservation required in advance |
| Guangzhou | 230-300 yuan | +80 yuan | All sites open |
| Chengdu | 200-280 yuan | +50 yuan | Working days only |
Summary suggestions:Based on the latest data, it is recommended that car owners check the status of their vehicles through the "Traffic Control 12123" APP before the annual inspection, prepare all materials and choose off-peak inspection on working days. If you fail the first time, most testing stations provide free re-testing (limited to 7 days), and you can give priority to qualified chain testing institutions.
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