How to calculate the annual inspection time for new cars
As the number of cars continues to increase, annual vehicle inspections have become one of the important matters that car owners pay attention to. In particular, many car owners have doubts about the calculation of annual inspection time for newly purchased vehicles. This article will analyze in detail the calculation method of new car annual inspection time, and attach structured data to help car owners clearly understand the annual inspection rules.
1. Basic rules for annual inspection of new cars

According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law" and "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations", the annual inspection time of new vehicles is mainly determined based on the vehicle type and nature of use. The following are common vehicle types and corresponding annual inspection time rules:
| vehicle type | First annual inspection time | Subsequent annual inspection cycle |
|---|---|---|
| Non-operating small and micro passenger vehicles (9 seats and below) | Free of online testing within 6 years | Online testing will be conducted in the 6th and 10th years, and every year after 10 years. |
| Non-operating large passenger vehicles | 2nd year after registration | Tested once a year |
| Operating passenger vehicles | 1st year after registration | Tested once a year |
| motorcycle | 4th year after registration | Tested once a year starting from the 4th year |
2. Specific calculation method for new vehicle annual inspection time
The annual inspection time for a new car is usually calculated based on the vehicle registration date. For example:
3. Vehicles exempted from inspection still need to apply for inspection marks
For non-operating small cars that are exempted from online inspection within 6 years, car owners still need to apply for inspection certificates through the "Traffic Management 12123" APP or the Vehicle Management Office every 2 years. Vehicles that fail to apply on time will be deemed to be overdue for inspection and may face fines.
| Inspection-free period | Time to apply for inspection mark |
|---|---|
| Year 2 | 2 years after registration |
| 4th year | 4 years after registration |
4. Consequences of overdue annual inspection
If the vehicle fails to be inspected on time, the owner will face the following penalties:
5. How to check the vehicle annual inspection time
Car owners can check the vehicle annual inspection time through the following methods:
6. Summary
The calculation of the annual inspection time for new cars mainly depends on the vehicle type and registration date. Non-operating small cars can enjoy the exemption from online inspection policy in the first 6 years, but they still need to apply for the inspection mark on time. Car owners should pay close attention to the annual inspection time to avoid penalties for overdue inspections. I hope this article can help everyone clearly understand the annual inspection rules for new cars and ensure that the vehicle is legal on the road.
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