Emissions Testing

Emissions Testing in Arizona

Do You Need an Emissions Test?

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) oversees the state’s emissions testing program and regulations.

• Vehicles five model years or older require emissions testing
• Most emissions tests are valid for two years.
• If you're purchasing a vehicle, the emissions test must be current at the time of the transfer.
• Check here to see when the last emissions test was completed.
• Vehicles with valid collectible insurance are exempt from emissions testing.

Emissions Test Results

Once your vehicle passes the emissions test, the results are sent electronically to the MVD, allowing you to renew your registration immediately!

Early Registration Renewal

Early renewal depends on whether your vehicle requires an emissions test:

• No Emissions Test Required: You can renew up to six months before your registration expires.
• Emissions Test Required: You can renew up to three months before expiration by showing your current registration at the test station.
• Optional Testing: You may choose to have an emissions test performed to meet warranty requirements for emissions components.

Out-of-State Renewals

If your vehicle is located in another state that requires emissions testing, you must have it tested there to renew your Arizona registration and apply for an out of state exemption.

Emissions Control Areas

If your renewal notice says “No Emissions Test Required,” it’s based on your address and vehicle year. However, testing may still be required if:

• Your vehicle is used to commute into an Air Quality Control area, like metro Phoenix or Tucson.
• You’ve recently moved to the Phoenix or Tucson areas.

While EZ Title does not administer the emissions testing, you can find locations and wait times here. Emissions testing locations are open Monday thru Saturday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

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