Richmond, VA Inspection Stations

Inspection coverage in Richmond, City of Richmond

We list 5 certified stations in Richmond covering ZIP codes 23224, 23225, 23227, 23230 and 23236. Bays are clustered along Athens Ave, Cowardin Ave, Dickens Rd, Research Rd and Semmes Ave. No emissions test is required here, only the annual $20 safety inspection — see which Virginia counties require emissions. 4 stations list Saturday hours.

Riding a bike? Fees are lower — see the Virginia motorcycle inspection guide ($12) and call ahead, since not every Richmond shop has a motorcycle-certified inspector.

Emissions testing in Richmond

Good news — Richmond does not require an emissions test, only the annual $20 safety inspection. Emissions testing is limited to 10 Northern Virginia localities. See which Northern Virginia localities require emissions testing to confirm whether your registration address is covered.

Guides for Richmond drivers

• How much is a Virginia state inspection? — the $20 safety, $12 motorcycle, and $28 emissions fees that apply statewide, including Richmond.
• Virginia emissions inspection counties — the full list of localities that require emissions testing, and whether Richmond is among them.
• Motorcycle inspection near me — what it costs in Richmond ($12), which shops have a motorcycle-certified inspector, and how the sticker differs.
• Virginia inspection checklist — the exact items inspectors check in Richmond and how to pass on the first visit.