The following is cut and pasted from the Massachusetts RMV web site, thought it
might be of interest to some of you:
Massachusetts requires all motor vehicles to be inspected
each year for safety. These inspections are performed by
licensed inspection stations throughout the state. The
inspection fee for all vehicles is $15, payable directly to
the
inspection station. If you would like information on
motorcycle inspections, CLICK HERE.
Gasoline powered vehicles under 8501 lbs. Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW) are required to undergo an emissions test,
currently administered at the same time as the safety
inspection. Vehicles 15 model years old and older are
currently exempt from emissions testing. NOTE: excess
visible smoke emitted from the exhaust pipe is considered a
safety related failure, applicable to all vehicles regardless
of
age.
For all types of motor vehicles, including trucks, buses and
commercial vehicles, the following items will be checked
during your annual inspection. If you pass, a color-coded
sticker will be placed on the lower right hand side of your
windshield. The Certificate of Inspection or sticker is valid
for 12 months from the time of issue, or until transfer of
ownership of the vehicle.
1.VIN Number/Registration/License Plates
2.Windshield
3.Wipers/Windshield Washer
4.Headlights/Headlight Aim
5.Turn Signals/4-Way Flashers
6.Tail Lamps/Brake Lights/Backup Lights/Other Lighting
Devices
7.Horn
8.Exhaust System
9.Tires
10.Body Panels/Fuel Tank
11.Service Brake
12.Parking/Emergency Brake
13.Seat Belts
14.Ball Joints/Steering/Suspension
15.Emissions Test/Emissions Components (if applicable)
Bottom line: ALL T's/A's/B's are exempt from emissions testing in
Massachusetts.
Bud Krueger
52TD
77MGB
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