Mass Inspection Station Peabody, MA

​At our inspection station in Peabody, we perform state inspections on cars, trucks, and SUVs. All vehicles registered in Massachusetts must have safety and emissions inspections done annually. Get your inspection sticker today! Driving with an expired inspection sticker is a moving violation!

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Inspections for Peabody, MA Motorists

​Most newer cars, trucks, and SUVs from the model year 2001 must also receive the following types of emission tests according to the Massachusetts RMV:​

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Test:

• Model year 2001 and newer passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs
• Model year 2001 and newer light-duty diesel vehicles (with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or "GVWR" of 8,500 pounds or less)
• Model year 2007 and newer medium-duty diesel vehicles (with a GVWR of 8,501 to 14,000 pounds)
• Model year 2008 and newer medium-duty non-diesel vehicles (with a GVWR of 8,501 to 14,000 pounds)

Opacity Test:

• Medium- and heavy-duty diesel vehicles (with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or greater) not equipped with OBD systems

The following types of motor vehicles are exempt from emissions inspection:

• Cars, trucks, and SUVs manufactured before the model year 2001 no longer receive tailpipe emissions tests but fail their safety inspections if they produce visible smoke
• Light-duty diesel vehicles (with a GVWR of fewer than 8,500 pounds) that were manufactured before the model year 2001
• Medium-duty diesel vehicles (up to 10,000 pounds GVWR) that were either manufactured before the model year 2007 or are 15 or more model years old
• Medium-duty non-diesel vehicles either manufactured before the model year 2008 or 15 or more model years old
• New vehicles delivered to Massachusetts owners
• Motorcycles and mopeds
• Tactical military vehicles
• Vehicle operated exclusively by electric power

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What we inspect on your automobile in Peabody, MA?

Safety inspections typically take about 12 minutes. In a safety test, the inspector looks for or tests 14 key areas:

1. Visual Overview

• Check your registration
• Check Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Check License plates and check Decal

2. Test Brakes

• Check the Parking brake
• Check Service brake

3. Exhaust System

• Check the exhaust system
• Muffler
• Check for visible blue or black smoke

4. Steering and Suspension

• Check the Steering wheel and 
• Check the steering box
• Check Suspension
• Check front end
• Check Springs
• Check Shocks

5. Horn

• Sound the horn and check for adequate signal
• Check that the horn is securely fastened to the vehicle

6. Glazing, Glass, and Windshield Wipers

• Windshield - Check for damage
• Windshield wipers and washer - Check working condition
• Windows - Check for damage and proper operation
• Tint

7. Rear View Mirror

• Rear view mirror
• Check all other mirrors (General)

8. Check Lighting Devices

• Headlight aim
• Hazard lights
• Directionals
• Stop Light
• Reverse lights
• License plate light(s)
• Reflectors

9. Tires and Wheels

• Tires
• Wheels

10. Bumper, Fenders, and Fuel Tank

• Bumpers
• Fenders
• Floor pans
• Fuel tank
• Vehicle Frame or Unibody

11. Altered Vehicle Height
12. Seat Belts
13. Airbags
14. Fuel Tank Cap

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