Need a smog check in Inglewood, CA? Andy’s Smog Test Only Center provides straightforward emissions inspections at our STAR-certified station located at 3101 W Imperial Hwy B. We help California drivers complete required Smog Checks for vehicle registration renewal and other situations where an emissions inspection is required.
Many California vehicles require a Smog Check every other year as part of registration renewal, although exemptions apply to certain vehicles. Your DMV registration renewal notice will tell you whether a Smog Check is required and whether your vehicle must be inspected at a STAR-certified station.
As a STAR-certified test-only station, we focus on accurate inspections and clear results. When your vehicle passes, the Smog Check certificate is electronically transmitted to the DMV so you can continue with the applicable registration process.
Why Choose Andy’s for Your Smog Check?
Smog testing should be simple, accurate, and straightforward. At Andy’s Smog Test Only Center, emissions inspections are a core part of what we do, allowing our team to focus on getting your vehicle tested and clearly communicating the results.
- STAR-certified smog inspection station
- Test-only station focused on emissions inspections
- ASE-certified technicians
- Honest evaluations and straightforward service
- More than a decade of automotive experience
- Experience with vehicles of many makes and models
- Convenient Inglewood location
If your DMV renewal notice says your vehicle needs a Smog Check at a STAR station, our team can perform the required inspection and provide your Vehicle Inspection Report when testing is complete.
Emissions Inspections & Smog Testing
Whether your vehicle is due for its regular Smog Check, your DMV notice directs you to a STAR station, or you need testing after a previous failure, Andy’s Smog Test Only Center can perform the required emissions inspection.
Because we are a test-only station, our focus is on inspecting your vehicle rather than selling emissions repairs. If your vehicle does not pass, you will receive a Vehicle Inspection Report showing the results. Our team can help explain what the report says, but any necessary emissions diagnosis or repair will need to be completed by an appropriately licensed repair facility before the vehicle is retested.
If your vehicle passes its inspection, a Smog Check certificate is issued electronically and sent to the DMV. You will also receive your inspection report for your records.
Our shop specializes in smog testing, helping us keep the process focused and efficient so you can complete your inspection and get back on the road.
When Do You Need a Smog Check in California?
California’s Smog Check Program requires many vehicles to undergo emissions testing every other year as part of registration renewal. Smog Checks may also be required when a vehicle changes ownership or when certain vehicles are registered in California for the first time.
Your DMV registration renewal notice is the easiest way to determine what your vehicle needs. Look for language stating either “Smog Certification Required” or “Smog Certification Required at a STAR station.” If your notice specifically requires a STAR station, Andy’s Smog Test Only Center can perform that inspection.
If possible, bring your DMV registration renewal notice with you when you visit the shop. Have questions before stopping by? Call our smog check shop at (323) 778-8577.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need a smog check in California?
Many California vehicles require a Smog Check every other year for registration renewal. Certain vehicles are exempt, so check your DMV registration renewal notice to confirm whether an inspection is required for your vehicle.
What is a STAR-certified smog station?
A STAR station is a Smog Check station that meets additional performance standards established by the California Bureau of Automotive Repair. STAR stations are authorized to inspect vehicles that the DMV specifically directs to a STAR-certified location.
How do I know if my vehicle needs a STAR smog check?
Your DMV registration renewal notice will tell you. If it says “Smog Certification Required at a STAR station,” your vehicle must be inspected at a STAR-certified station such as Andy’s Smog Test Only Center.
Does Andy’s send my smog check results to the DMV?
If your vehicle passes the Smog Check, the station issues an electronic certificate that is transmitted to the DMV. You will also receive a Vehicle Inspection Report showing your inspection results.
What happens if my vehicle fails its smog check?
You will receive a Vehicle Inspection Report showing that the vehicle did not pass and identifying the inspection results. Because Andy’s is a test-only station, emissions repairs must be completed by an appropriately licensed repair facility before returning for another inspection.
Does Andy’s repair emissions problems?
No. Andy’s Smog Test Only Center is a test-only smog station, which means our role is to perform emissions inspections rather than emissions repairs. Our team can explain the results of your inspection so you understand the information provided on your report.
What should I bring to my smog check?
If you have your DMV registration renewal notice, bring it with you to the station. It contains useful vehicle information and indicates whether your vehicle has been directed to a STAR-certified station.
Do you also offer towing?
Yes. In addition to smog testing, Andy’s provides 24-hour towing in Inglewood for light-duty vehicles. For towing assistance, call (323) 747-0859.
Stop By Our Shop Today For Your Smog Check
If your vehicle is due for a Smog Check or your DMV notice requires testing at a STAR-certified station, stop by Andy’s Smog Test Only Center in Inglewood. Our test-only shop focuses on straightforward emissions inspections, clear results, and efficient service.
Call our smog check shop at (323) 778-8577, or contact us to plan your visit.