Vehicle Scrappage Policy

Do you know about the new vehicle scrappage policy? The government of India has implemented a new vehicle scrappage policy to phase out old, polluting, and unfit vehicles.  The policy is mainly to reduce pollution and promote road safety. The blog explains the vehicle scrap policy in detail.

New Vehicle Scrappage Policy

When vehicle is old and used for many years, people often think about repairing it. However, the government now encourages vehicle scrapping of such vehicles under the new scrappage policy. As per the policy, vehicles must undergo fitness and emission tests after crossing a certain age. If the vehicle fails the test, it is declared unfit and must be scrapped at an authorized scrapping center.

Vehicle Scrappage Policy includes:

• Commercial vehicles above 15 years must pass the fitness test
• Private vehicles above 20 years must pass the fitness test
• Unfit vehicles must be scrapped at authorized vehicle scrapping centers only
• The policy checks vehicle safety, pollution level, engine condition
• Vehicles can be scrapped due to poor condition or high pollution
• Issue scrap certificate to get benefits on buying a new vehicle

What if your vehicle doesn’t pass fitness test

An unfit vehicle is a vehicle that fails the required fitness test. The vehicles may be damaged due to fire or too old or costly to repair. If vehicle does not pass the fitness test, you cannot use it on the road. Also you can not renew its registration certificate.

If vehicle passes the fitness test, it must take the test again every five years to ensure it remains safe and does not cause excess pollution. A valid fitness certificate is required to renew the registration of a vehicle after it completes 15 years. For private vehicles, the renewed registration certificate is issued for period of five years.

Conditions for Vehicle scrap policy

• Only unfit vehicles can be scrapped
• Vehicles damaged due to fire, accidents, riots, or natural disasters may be declared unfit
• Vehicles that are beyond economic repair are eligible for scrapping
• Only authorised vehicle scrapping centres can scrap vehicles

Benefits of new scrappage policy

Vehicle scrappage policy reduces air pollution, improves road safety, and encourages people to buy newer and cleaner vehicles. There are other benefits to buying a new vehicle after scrapping an old vehicle. Following are the benefits of the vehicle scrappage policy:

• Manufacturers can give up to a 5% discount for buying new vehicles
• Zero registration fee for new vehicle purchase
• Owners can receive scrap value equivalent to 4-6% of the ex-showroom price of new vehicles
• States can give up to 25% and 15% rebates on road tax for personal and commercial vehicles, respectively

Disadvantages for holding old vehicles

• Fitness tests is required more frequently after a certain age
• Increased registration renewal charges for older vehicles
• No renewal of registration certificate for unfit vehicles
• Higher maintenance and repair costs for old vehicles
• Old vehicles cause more pollution and may need to pay penalties
• Difficulty in getting insurance coverage for very old vehicles
• Lower resale value of old vehicles

Fitness Certificate for Commercial Vehicles, Transport Vehicle

Vehicle Fitness Certificate Online

Re-Registration of Vehicle after 15 Years

FAQs

Will I have to pay extra if I keep an old vehicle?

Yes, old vehicles have to pay higher fitness test fees, higher registration renewal charges.

Can I drive my old vehicle if it passes the fitness test?

Yes, you can drive old vehicle if it passes the fitness test and have valid RC.

Is vehicle scrapping compulsory for all old vehicles?

No, vehicle scrapping is not compulsory. It is only based on age and if it fails the fitness or emission test.

What happens if I continue using an old vehicle without fitness approval?

Using an unfit vehicle can lead to heavy fines, penalties, or seizure of the vehicle.