Observed arrival · 2026-11-01
Smog Guide: California stations, rules, and prices
A California smog-check directory and guide for finding licensed stations and understanding requirements, prices, and what to do after a failed test.
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- California drivers facing a smog check
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- The guide says 11.28 million tests were conducted in 2025, with an 8.5% fail rate.
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The page organizes station listings by city and calls out STAR and test-only stations; its city index includes counts for places from Los Angeles to El Cajon. Separate guides address check-engine lights, vehicle exemptions, failed tests, and STAR scoring. The page says the price figure comes from stations reporting to the state, and lists an $8.25 certificate fee for a passing test.
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