Super easy and quick - no appointment needed. Probably in and out within 10 mins. Current price for…read morea smog check in April 2026 is $60 cash ($65 credit). - Saturday hours are great (8am-2pm) - Enter into the garage area from Greenwood St (not Walnut) - They do a few other services like oil changes The only other thing to highlight is that there is a small fee to retest if the car fails the smog check. You can share with them that you are not sure if the car will pass smog and they can try to do a few basic things to gauge right off the bat which we appreciated. Other places may do re-test for free if you do the initial smog check with them (but possibly higher in overall price) so keep that in mind.

The couple who runs this have been doing this for years, they get to it right away, sometimes…read morethere's a line of cars but doesn't take very long. Needed a smog check to renew my registration.

EXCELLENT service! This is the first year I had to get a smog test for my car and wasn't sure where…read moreto go. Hill Smog is just down the street and gave me the best quote of other smog testing facilities in the area. Quick response and quick service :) I was in and out. 10/10 would go back!

Professional and friendly service! In and out in less than 15 minutes. Highly recommended!read more

Ara was very informative and responsive. Friendly and checked my brakes when I came in for a smog…read morecheck.

Took my GX460 in for an oil change that I needed to get done last minute due to a road trip I had…read moreto make the next morning. The guys there were super awesome, trustworthy and professional. I love my truck and I would trust these guys at this shop with it (which is saying a lot).

I had a great experience at Vista Test Only Center. It was pretty busy when I arrived, but the…read morestaff kept everything moving efficiently and communicated clearly about the wait. What really stood out was their customer service--they even offered me a cold bottle of water and a mini pastry while I waited, which was such a thoughtful touch. The technicians were professional, friendly, and had me in and out as quickly as possible despite the crowd. It's easy to see why they've built such a strong reputation for smog checks in Pasadena. If you're looking for an honest, efficient place with genuinely kind customer service, I definitely recommend Vista Test Only Center!

I was really not looking forward to spending more of my precious time and money on a smog check…read moreordered by the kings of California. The two previous places I got these done seem to be no more, so I decided to try Vista Test Only. I am very happy with my decision. First of all, it was like 100F out, and the owner Sam handed me a chilled bottle of water. Then, some chocolate. Then some walnuts. He also brought over an air conditioning unit and pointed it right at me. Wow! He was also extremely friendly and seemed to genuinely enjoy talking to and learning about his customers. He even helped he find a place to grab lunch after my test. And if all that wasn't enough, he also charged less than the other places I called up. Next time I need a test, I'm definitely going back to Vista!

I have been meaning to write this review for so long, probably almost a year…read more Hands down, this was absolutely the best smog experience I've ever had. The service was amazing, incredibly friendly and quick. I called in to see if they had any availability, and said to just come on by. Of course, in the 5 minutes it took for me to drive over there, a couple other customers got there first haha, but all good I really didn't mind waiting a bit. I can't remember what I paid, but I know for sure it was the best deal compared to all the other smog check businesses that I called. Both my car and my wife's car have to be smogged every couple years due to their age, so we'll definitely be back here soon. Thank you so much! Truly the best 5-Stars all around.

Excellent + efficient service, in a comfortable environment and convenient location! I called this…read moremorning first thing to see if they could do the STAR Smog Test on my 2012 Nissan Juke before I went into work and they were able to accomodate - and I was in/out in 30 minutes. Owner Fred is kind and gracious. I'm glad I took my car here today and will continue to until I stop getting these notices!

Highly recommend to go to The Smog Spot. I've been going here every year for multiple cars to take…read morein for service for smog check. Value - Price is good. Service - Quick. (they provide multiple services) Renewal, title transfer, CRVA weight decal, duplicate title, nee license plate, registration tags, and vin verification. Staff - Friendly and knowledgeable.

This spot is amazing! With the heat, they have a giant AC under a small tent, keeping you fresh…read morewhile you wait. SMOG check was fast, I appreciate it! Thank you :)

I have been going to a different mechanic for over 10 years. I was I a bind and needed my battery…read morechanged out. it was 5pm my usual mechanic said just come in the morning and we can do it, I couldn't wait till the morning, so I drove around looking for a mechanic and without any issues Certified Auto took my car and switched the battery. They also checked my oil and topped off (I was extremely low). Today I came in to ask a question about my oil. They noticed I was past due on my oil change and said we could take you now and have you put in an hour. This would have never happened at my old mechanic. To be seen by them you have to go first thing in the morning leave your car and hope they call you same day to say it's ready for pickup. I would definitely recommend come here. Fast efficient and worth your time.

These guys have been taking care of my cars through the years, from the clutch on my 2013 BRZ back…read morein 2017, brake pads on my Miata NC, our family Accord, and oil changes on my Focus RS. These guys have done an excellent job every time doing what they do well, with full transparency and in an Ernest fashion. I have loved being a local to Pasadena since 2008, and love to support local businesses like CARS!!!

Vick at Express Smog Test Only Center provided outstanding customer service from start to finish…read more He was prompt, friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient. The whole process was smooth, stress-free, and much faster than I expected. Vick went above and beyond to make sure everything was handled with care and explained clearly. Without a doubt, this is the best smog test service in town. It's rare to find this level of excellent service these days. I highly recommend Express Smog Test Only Center if you want honest, reliable, and top-notch service!

Make sure Vick is working there before you hand over your vehicle. I was there today and instead…read moreof Vick there was Art. Vick is the best. Art is sub par at best. He couldn't figure out how to use the OBD scanner on my vehicle and when I asked when Vick would be back he just kept saying "2 weeks." 2 weeks from when? What day? Same answer "2 weeks." When he couldn't get the scanner to work he said I should go to the mechanic next door to get my car fixed. I said no thanks and tried to leave but I couldn't because Art had lost my DMV paperwork. He spent 15 minutes looking form them and finally realized he had given them to a different customer who had already left. I gave Art my phone number and went home. He called about 2 hours later after he had tracked down the customer and my paperwork. I went back grabbed my DMV renewal paper and went to another smog check station about a mile away. Passed with no problems. Again, if you don't see Vick keep driving.

I still take my 2017 Mazda 3 to Emad and I will never go anywhere else…read more Emad is the man! I also appreciate how he texts reminders for oil change and maintenance etc. Thank you for keeping my car running smoothly over all these years, I want to drive my Mazda until 100K miles. I am grateful for you guys!!!

It was finally time to get my new-ish car serviced and so after doing some research and even asking…read morea few AI chatbots, I settled on this spot after reading lots of great reviews. I called ahead to confirm if they could make time and we agreed on a date/time that worked. Upon arrival, the shop was jam packed with tons of cars. Feeling a bit worried that my check up would take forever, they quoted me about 1.5hrs to do the standard checks including brakes, tires, fluids, and oil change and it actually ended only taking 1 hour! Very thankful that they were able to squeeze me into their busy schedule and take care of my car efficiently with friendly service! They've won me over and I'll definitely come back again in a few months for the next service date. What's also great is there are a lot of pretty decent spots to eat and even a few nice bakeries too while you wait for your car to get serviced. Highly recommend giving them your business!