For example, in 2000, model 1999 and 2000 vehicles will be exempted. In addition, those vehicles of model years 1970 and older will be exempt from all testing. Diesel, propane or other alternate fuel vehicles will remain exempt, as will motorcycles and vehicles with gross weights over 8,500 pounds. Registration will be denied, and new license plates will not be issued for the vehicle. The owner of the vehicle can then register the vehicle, provided it has also passed a safety inspection.
Continued maintenance is a good idea, including tune-ups and fuel system checks.
This will keep the vehicle performing at peak efficiency during the two years until the next test, thus saving energy and reducing air pollution. The station inspector will provide the owner with a report containing detailed test results. Emission related repairs will need to be made to the vehicle prior to a retest, for which there is no additional charge anytime within 30 days of the first test. If the repaired vehicle fails the re-test, the owner can apply for a waiver for the current test cycle. A waiver will be issued to motorists if they spend a predetermined dollar amount on repairs.