Safety and/or emissions inspection. Required in many states before registration or renewal. Not required in all states.
Who needs this: Vehicle owners in states requiring inspections (roughly half of US states).
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Wyoming offers the cheapest vehicle inspection at $17.50. The national average across 51 states is $25.78.
New York has the highest fee for vehicle inspection at $40.00. This is roughly 129% higher than the cheapest state.
0 of 51 US states (and DC) currently allow vehicle inspection to be completed online without visiting a DMV office in person. Eligibility usually depends on whether your existing license is current and whether you need a REAL ID upgrade.
10 of 51 states require an appointment for vehicle inspection. The remaining states accept walk-ins, though booking an appointment is still recommended at busy urban offices.
Vehicle owners in states requiring inspections (roughly half of US states).
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⚠️ Fees shown are from 2025 data.
DMVPeek aggregates vehicle inspection data from state motor vehicle department websites. Fees and requirements are subject to change — always verify with your state DMV before applying. DMVPeek is an independent information resource.