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The answer to this question is fairly complex. We recommend you visit the link below to find out how to pass the smog check and what might cause your vehicle to fail... http://www.smogtips.com/passing_inspection.cfm
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Why cant my car pass a smog check?
There could be many reasons why your car will not pass the smog check in your state. The inspection center should have given you a code as to why the car failed.
Can I trade in my car even though it won't pass a smog check?
You certainly can trade your car in even if it won't pass a smog check. Some people will even let you trade cars that don't run.
Will your car pass smog test if check engine light is on?
It depends on where you live. In California you will not
Does a used car purchase from a Texas used car dealer have to pass smog inspection?
Yes that used car should pass smog inspection.
Do you have obligation if the car does not pass smog check after you sell it?
== == According to California state law at least, the seller is responsible for making sure the vehicle he/she is selling has/can pass a smog check. The seller is supposed to provide a certificate proving that the car passed a smog check within the past 90 days. A smog check "pass" is only valid for 90 days. If the seller does not provide the buyer with a valid smog check "pass" certificate and the car fails a smog check, the seller is responsible for the cost of all repairs to get the car to a "pass" state. There is no provision in CA state law for vehicles sold in an "as-is condition. " In fact, if a seller refuses to cooperate with a buyer, the buyer is encouraged by the state of California to take him/her to court, where he or she will be made to pay all repair costs.But don't just take my word for it. Check out the website of the CA DMV to make sure you're properly informed: http://dmv.ca.govTaken from the CA DMV's website:Q: Who is responsible for obtaining a Smog Check when a vehicle is sold?A: Section 24007 (b)(2) of the Vehicle Code states it is the responsibility of the seller to provide a valid smog certificate at the time of delivery of the vehicle. There is no provision in the law to sell a vehicle "as is." Q: what if the buyer decides to buy the car even with out a smog knowing the car is modified ? The CA V.C state the seller is required to provide a smog prior to the transfer. The V.C Transfer requirement do not include a SMOG in order for the transfer to be made .
What to do if your car doesn't pass smog?
Get it fixed.
Does a car pass smog test if the opdomiter is not working?
the opdomiter does not work, will it pass smog? opdomiter, not sure what that is. Please define.
What is a smog test?
when they check your car!
What should i do if buy a from a dealer and the car doesn't pass smog check?
Take the car back to the dealer and demand he repair the car so it will pass emissions tests. if he refuses, contact your State Attorney General.
Will a car pass smog check if it has an exhaust?
no it will not, I'm sorry to say. try to hide the exhaust with some mud, it should do the trick.
How do you sell your car when it can't pass a smog check in California?
Either get it fixed or sell it to a place like a pull and pay yard.
How much will it cost to repair timing in order to pass smog?
The cost to repair a timing problem so the car will pass a smog test varies from car make, car model and shop. It could cost somewhere between $60 and $200+ depending on part and labor costs.
