Mass Inspection Station Peabody, MA

​At our Peabody, Mass inspection station we perform state inspections on cars, trucks and SUV's.  All vehicles registered in Massachusetts must have an inspection done annually.  

Inspections for Peabody, MA Motorists

​Most newer cars, trucks and SUV's from 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 the emissions inspection:

  • Cars, trucks and SUVs manufactured before 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 less than 8,500 pounds) that were manufactured before model year 2001
  • Medium duty diesel vehicles (up to 10,000 pounds GVWR) that were either manufactured before model year 2007 or are 15 or more model years old
  • Medium duty non-diesel vehicles either manufactured before 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

What we inspect on your automobile in Peabody, MA?
Hours of Business:
Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 5 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 1 PM
Peabody, MA car inspection station located at 480 Lowell Street.  
When we preform an inspection on your car, truck or SUV inspect following Key areas:

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 Parking brake
  • Check Service brake
3. Exhaust System
  • Check exhaust system
  • Muffler
  • Check for visible blue or black smoke
4. Steering and Suspension
  • Check Steering wheel and 
  • Check steering box
  • Check Suspension
  • Check front end
  • Check Springs
  • Check Shocks
5. Horn
  • Sound 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
  • Head light aim
  • Hazard lights
  • Directional's
  • 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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