In New York State, the cost of a car inspection in 2025 generally ranges between $6 and $27, depending on the type of vehicle and location within the state.

• For light vehicles (passenger cars and light trucks under 10,001 pounds), the inspection fee is typically around $10 to $15.
• Heavy vehicles such as buses and large trucks have higher fees, ranging from about $12 to $20.
• Motorcycles usually have the lowest inspection fee, around $6.

Emissions inspections, which are required along with safety inspections, add to the cost. For example, an OBD II emissions test for vehicles 1996 and newer costs about $27 in the New York Metropolitan Area and $11 outside that area. Older vehicles or diesel vehicles have different fees, generally between $11 and $27 depending on the test

. Some repair shops charge around $21 on average for a car inspection, which may include both safety and emissions inspections. This fee has been considered low by industry representatives, who suggest it does not fully cover the cost of the labor involved

. In summary, expect to pay roughly between $10 and $27 for a typical annual car inspection in New York State, with variations depending on vehicle type and location.