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    Star Smog Depot

    4.5 (827 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Teason M.

    Most affordable spot with the discount. I got my 2010 Honda crv Car Smog Tested + certificate. Originally I saw the $98 and then I told them I had the coupon. Total came out to be $51.75 including the credit card fee . Was in 8:32am and was done/left at 8:54 ~ 22 minutes total. Thanks for the amazing work .

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    Jennifer T.

    I'm so glad I found this place on Yelp! After visiting Cypress Lawn, I came here for my annual smog check. It was $50 if you mention the Yelp coupon and pay cash. $1.75 more if paying with credit card. Good thing I had enough cash. I only had to wait 10-15 mins so very fast!

    Abel A.

    Dropped in, there were a few cars on the bays and a a couple other ones waiting to served. Got checked in, filled out paperwork. Within a few minutes, my car got pulled into a bay to get smogged. I stepped away to take a quick call. When I returned, they called me in to check out. Smooth, quick, and efficient process from the get-go. Staff was nice upon and check in and check out. If you pay with credit/debit, you'll get hit with $1.50 charge. Otherwise it's $50 cash out-the-door. Either way, still great prices especially with the service and efficiency.

    Ed Y.

    Extremely efficient operation. This place is popular because you'll likely get mail coupons directly or from those value pak coupon envelopes. Overall it's a reasonably priced joint (with coupon) especially they would give you a free test within 30 days if you fail the test the first time. This is a test only location and although you might need to wait a bit, you would most likely how quickly they get to your car. The people there are always young and once again extremely efficient. Takes away all the stress of doing one extra thing when you renew your vehicle. There is a surcharge for using credit cards but it's not too much. The restroom is clean and big and there is a TV in the waiting room but most people are on their phones anyways.

    short wait, plenty of space.
    Kevin L.

    Amazing, in and out in less than 20 minutes, Super duper customer service. Clean bathroom, coupon!

    Pass or free retest!!
    Jesse S.

    Incredible, painless process, Parker stepped out of my truck, a person asked if I wanted a smog check, handed me paperwork and asked if I had the registration. I handed over my keys , they gave me the forms to sign, told me where I can wait, in an instant all done . Great job, will recommend

    Joseph T.

    I needed to get a smog test in order to sell my car. This place had an online deal where you get the test for 50$ and I heard good things about it so I stopped by. The service was quick and the team was nice. I ended up passing the test and it only took me about 10-15 minutes. I'll likely be back when I need to register my new car. Thanks Star Smog!

    Fast and friendly. Bill was very professional. Make sure that you remember to bring the coupon. If you don't, you will pay double the price.

    Outside $48 out the door with a certificate.

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    Be aware, they'll charge you $89.75 plus email certificate, total $98; it's super expensive than anywhere in Bay Area!!!

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    Appreciate your review, I am glad you had a pleasant experience.

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    2 months ago

    This place is awesome and processed my smog hella fast even though there were 5 peeps ahead of me. Also a coffee shop next door.

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    Fast, friendly service always! We really do bring all of our cars here. They've got good prices. Get your smog check here.

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    Fast, friendly. Min waiting and they have a lounge. The guys keep things moving. Easiest smog so far.

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    Quick in and out .Best price in area. Staff were nice and report sent to state immediately.

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    Ask the Community - Star Smog Depot

    If my car fail smog , is it capable to apply thru Bar to have my car retire for money?

    Yes , If your vehicle failed smog inspection, and you’ve owned the vehicle for at least two years, you can apply to retire your vehicle , if approved you will receive $1000-$1500

    My 2008 Lexus RX400h has TPMS warning lights on. Will that affectthe smog test or I havetogetit fixed first?

    No, TPMS is for tire pressure.

    Do you provide Brake and Lamp Inspection and the certificate?

    No, smog checks only

    Can you certify the smog check if the EVA monitor is not ready?

    I don't think you can. My battery died and we needed to drive it 500 miles before it was ready for a smog test.

    Hi! I have a Prius and had to get a special plate placed on the bottom of my car after my catalytic converter was stolen twice. Are you able to temporarily move the to complete a smog check?

    I lost my DMV registration letter that said I needed a smog check before I renewed. Can you smog .check my vehicle without one? I went to two other places to get smog checked and they turned me away. I don't know what to do!

    All you need is the VIN number

    How much extra cost is there for a 2005 van?

    None

    Do you take credit card?

    Yes, we take credit cards.

    Greetings, Just need to confirm you are a "STAR" station? Thank you.

    Yes, we are a STAR station!

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    Review Highlights - Star Smog Depot

    Super quick in and out - coupon accepted with no issues and the car processed in 15 mins.

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    BJ's Auto Care

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    I've been going to BJs ever since an uber driver told me about him. When I first took my Chevy cruz…read more(I know) it was just basic stuff, but when it started getting more serious he'd explain all the details and the process to me and show me the prices of parts on the computer. The last time I went to him with that car he told me he wasn't going to fix it. Not because he couldn't, but because he said it would cost too much and that I should just use that money on a down payment for a new car. He even went out of his way to tell me about the government funding to salvage my car for a better price than just junking it. Him and his wife have always been very sweet to me (they gave me some mochi donuts once cuz I was stuck there until my car was fixed) and have never taken advantage of me. I asked him that once and he said "I don't have time to do that. I need to fix real issues." He's a real one. I was able to convince him to give me one of his embroidered hats. I wear it every time I go now, just for maintenance on my "new" Honda Fit (which he also inspected for me before I bought it). 10/10 would recommend.

    SCAMMERS!!! BEWARE!!! UNTRUSTWORTHY!…read more Do not trust the pricing. The old asian dude mechanic will overcharge you for parts and labor. I had my oil change for my 2004 Kia Spectra with about 150,000 mileage. The old Asian dude overcharged me for $100 plus! 5quarts of full synthetic oreilly oil cost only $30. He did not even use a full synthetic oil after a check from 2 other mechanics from different shop. And then there was a noise coming from my right passenger side wheel area. I was told by the old Asian dude BJ's mechanic that it was the wheel bearing. I got charged for a few hours of work labor and new parts for both front wheel. But after I checked it, it was just the right front wheel that was replaced. And he replaced it with a USED PARTS, NOT NEW! I asked for a receipt of the new part but he didn't have one. Prior to this repair he said he was waiting for the parts that he ordered. WHAT A SCAMMER! Upon double-checking the Asian dude BJ's mechanic work, I found out it didn't really need a bearing replacement because the noise wasn't coming from the wheel bearing but from a loose small metal body part of the car. - US Military Combat Veteran and former cop

    Star Smog Depot - smog_check_stations - Updated July 2026

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