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State Vehicle Inspection Stations in Kensington, MD

4 of the 28 auto repair shops we list in Kensington have official state vehicle inspections.

Only some states require a periodic safety inspection, and only licensed stations can issue the sticker. Every station here says it performs official state or safety inspections in its business name, listing or on its own website — courtesy and multi-point checks don’t count.

  1. Kensington Service Center

    3794 Howard Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

    Mon–Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

    State inspectionLoaner or shuttle
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  2. Allbrand Auto Service

    10566 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    State inspectionTransmission repairMuffler & exhaust
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  3. Best Auto Care

    3838 Dupont Ave, Kensington, MD 20895

    State inspectionFree estimates
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  4. Mustache Mechanics

    10523 Summit Ave # 10521, Kensington, MD 20895-2423

    State inspection
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Check what your state requires. Some states combine the safety inspection with an emissions test, some require only one of the two, and many require neither. Bring your registration and proof of insurance; most stations work first come, first served, and some take appointments.

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How much does a state vehicle inspection cost?

Each state sets its own rules: some cap the inspection fee, others let stations set their own price, and emissions testing may be charged separately. Call the station for its current price.

What does a safety inspection check?

Inspections typically cover brakes, lights, tires, steering, suspension, the horn, wipers, mirrors and the windshield; the exact list depends on the state.