In some situations, a one-time Repair Cost Waiver is available when a vehicle failed its Smog Check. If after failing a Smog Check the vehicle had over $650 in emission-related repairs performed at a licensed Smog Check repair station to reduce the vehicle’s emissions, and you cannot afford the additional repairs needed for the vehicle to pass the smog test, you may be eligible. To be eligible, the vehicle must not have any tampered emissions control systems or components. Vehicles undergoing change of ownership or initial registration are not eligible. Money spent to correct or repair tampered systems does not apply towards the $650 minimum. This one-time waiver allows the vehicle to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Please note that the vehicle must fully pass the next required Smog Check.