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• What if my car fails the vehicle inspection?

  • Registration > Vehicle Inspection

  The grid below highlights how your state requires you to handle a failed vehicle inspection. Generally, you’ll need to make the necessary repairs and return the vehicle for another inspection. However, some states offer perks such as free re-inspections for returning the vehicle within a certain amount of time and/or to the same auto inspection station. In addition to taking advantage of any freebies your state offers, it’s important to make the repairs and return for a re-inspection in a timely manner in order to handle vehicle registration or registration renewal on time, as well as avoid late fees, citations, and other penalties. NOTE: If the grid states you don’t have to get a vehicle inspection in your state, be sure to double-check with your motor vehicle licensing..

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• Are vehicle inspection stations open on Saturday?

  • Registration > Vehicle Inspection > Inspection Stations

  Days and hours of operation for vehicle inspection stations can vary greatly. Your state might perform vehicle inspections at privately owned inspection stations located throughout the state, in which case you’ll need to contact your closest station and ask about days and hours, or it might perform these inspections at the DMV, in which case times will depend on the DMV’s typical days and hours. In order to register your vehicle or renew your vehicle’s registration, as well as avoid citations, fines, and other penalties, it’s important to handle your auto inspection (and, in some cases, the re-inspection) within the time limits your state mandates. Check your state in the grid below. NOTE: The grid might state that your state doesn’t require vehicle..

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• Will I pass the vehicle registration inspection if my windshield wipers don't work?

  • Registration > Vehicle Inspection > Inspection Requirements

  In most states, in order to complete your vehicle registration you must pass a safety inspection or an emissions test. In some states, such Kentucky and Louisiana, the emissions portion of the test is waived, and the focus of the inspection is on mechanical parts. Windshield Wipers Windshield wiper function is one of several mechanical parts inspected. If your wipers do not work, or your wiper fluid is depleted, you could fail the inspection altogether, or be asked to repeat the inspection after repairing the wipers. Your safest bet is to have them repaired prior to submitting to an inspection, rather than having repeat the inspection and pay the required fee twice. Additional Inspection Areas While the details of vehicle safety inspection are different in every state, the overall purpose..

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• Does Kentucky require an inspection for vehicle registration?

  • Registration > Vehicle Inspection > Inspection Requirements

  As of 2005, the state of Kentucky does require an emissions inspection registration renewal. Emissions testing is required only for initial vehicle registration, or for vehicles that have not previously been registered in Kentucky state. Smog Check Locations A complete list of smog inspection sites is available online, courtesy of the Unofficial DMV Guide. You can also contact the Motor Vehicle Licensing (MVL) division directly, for a nearby testing site: Kentucky MVL P.O. Box 2014 Frankfort, KY 40602-2014 (502) 564-5301 Register Car Fees The fee to register your vehicle depends on the vehicle’s make and model, and the County you reside in. Contact your County Clerk’s office ahead of time to inquire about the fee for your particular vehicle. Required Documents In addition to..

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• How much do inspection stations charge?

  • Registration > Vehicle Inspection > Inspection Stations

  Some states standardize vehicle inspection fees; others leave it up to the individual inspection stations. Keep in mind that in addition to regular fees, you might also need to pay for repair costs (if your vehicle fails the inspection and needs repairs) as well as a fee for a re-inspection. Inspections are important in order to make sure each vehicle on the roadways is operating safely and efficiently. If your state requires a vehicle inspection, it’s most likely that’s you’ll need to take care of it before, during, or shortly after you register your vehicle or renew your vehicle’s registration. Make sure you handle the inspection within the appropriate amount of time in order to proceed with these vehicle transactions as well as avoid penalties such as citations..

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