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The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s Vehicle Inspection Results page, displays Inspection history based on the vehicle VIN or license plate.
- Smog Inspections
Smog inspections are required when you register or renew...
- Bureau of Automotive Repair
The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through...
- Smog Inspections
Smog inspections are required when you register or renew registration for a vehicle in California, but there are some exceptions. Your vehicle does not need a smog inspection if your: Gasoline-powered vehicle is a 1975 year model or older (This includes motorcycles and trailers.)
Check a vehicle's Smog Check history by VIN or license plate number using our online feature. Eight model years and newer do not require a biennial Smog Check. Four model years and newer do not require a change-of-ownership Smog Check.
The Bureau of Automotive Repair serves Californians through effective regulation of the automotive repair and Smog Check industry.
“Smog Certification Required at a STAR station,” your vehicle must be inspected at one of these stations. Some STAR stations are only authorized to perform inspections, while others are licensed to perform both inspections and repairs. Take your renewal notice with you to a Smog Check station.
In California, most vehicles are required to be smog checked every 2 years. Keep reading below for information about smog inspections in California, including forms and fees you'll need to provide.
Every smog check for a License Plate or VIN can be tracked using the following state website: https://www.bar.ca.gov/pubwebquery/Vehicle/PubTstQry.aspx Check a vehicles smog check history when:
