Emissions Checklist for Virginia, Maryland and Washington D.C.
Emissions rules vary by location. Here’s a quick breakdown:
Maryland Emissions Requirements
VEIP testing required in:
Anne Arundel, Baltimore (City/County), Calvert, Carroll, Cecil, Charles, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George’s, Queen Anne’s, Washington
Exemptions include:
- Vehicles from 1995 or earlier
- Motorcycles, farm equipment
- Some senior drivers
Test types:
- Pre-1996: Gas cap or tailpipe test
- 1996 and newer: OBD test
Find VEIP locations on the Maryland MVA site.
Washington D.C. Vehicle Emissions Inspection
D.C. offers self-serve emissions kiosks.
Test types:
- 1996 and newer: OBD test
- 1985–1995: Tailpipe test
- 1968–1983: Two-speed idle test
If eligible, use a kiosk. If not, visit a DC DMV Inspection Station.
Virginia Emissions Requirement
Testing required in:
Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Stafford, Alexandria, Falls Church, Manassas, Manassas Park
Exemptions include:
- Motorcycles
- Gas vehicles 25+ years old
- Light diesel vehicles (post-1996)
- Electric or natural gas vehicles
Tests can be done at service centers with a DEQ sign.
Test types:
- Most vehicles: OBD test
- Older/heavy-duty: Tailpipe test
Results are valid for 2 years.
Does Your Vehicle Bought From Easterns Automotive Require Emissions Testing?
Testing depends on where you register your vehicle.
Most customers in our area will need emissions testing.
All vehicles at Easterns are inspected for safety and emissions compliance.
Call us at 240-200-5256 or browse our inventory to find your next vehicle.