Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing in Joplin, MO

14 stations listed · 8 in Joplin · 4 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Reeves Tire & Auto (Joplin)

Reeves Tire & Auto (Joplin)

4.2 67 reviews
“I hadn't plan on getting new tires but I'm glad I did cause I could have been in a ugly accident.”
Coupons & offers24-mo/24k-mi warrantyAfter-hours key dropSince 1978Family-ownedBBB A+
806 E 7th St
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Nixon's Garage

Nixon's Garage

4.3 84 reviews
“They have worked on several of my vehicles and never any complaints.”
Coupons & offersASE certifiedSince 2006Financing
711 S Patterson Ave
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Road Runner Tire

Road Runner Tire

4.3 86 reviews
“They were awesome helping me find some reasonably priced tires and were very friendly and reassuring.”
Coupons & offersSince 2016Prices online
5616 E 7th St
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RV P. I.

RV P. I.

4.7 25 reviews
“The professionalism that we received during the inspection was outstanding, with open communications at the top of the list!”
Since 2019
4935 W Deer Meadow Ln
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C. R. Auto-Works Llc. Mobile Mechanic

C. R. Auto-Works Llc. Mobile Mechanic

5.0 81 reviews
“They finish the job in less time than what was expected I will definitely be going back”
Since 2018
3602 E 13th St
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Mike's Auto Repair

Mike's Auto Repair

4.5 53 reviews
“These guys have kept it running and are always reasonable on their repair costs.”
915 Ohio Ave
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Listed for drivers in and around Joplin, MO, these 14 shops carry out emissions and inspection work. What each one says about its station license, hours and retest policy comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Joplin, MO

Of the 14 stations we list here, 8 are in Joplin itself and 6 come from Carthage (4, 11 mi), Baxter Springs, KS (1, 13 mi) and Quapaw, OK (1, 15 mi). The stations on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,521 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "diagnosis". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 list staff certifications (ASE) and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 4 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2005. 2 offer financing; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 5 of the stations on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 2 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the stations on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the station before you visit.

Can I use a station outside Joplin?

Inside your own state, yes. 8 of the 14 shops here are in Joplin and the rest come from other towns. Crossing a state line does not work, because the test has to be accepted by the state that registers the car.

Efird's Automotive Services

Efird's Automotive Services

4.7 65 reviews
“Been doing business for years and hopefully for many more to come.”
3635 E 20th St
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Custom Cars and Cycles LLC

Custom Cars and Cycles LLC

14142 E, State Hwy FF
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Jackson Tire

Jackson Tire

4.7 80 reviews
“I trust this company with the maintenance of my vehicle & the tires.”
Coupons & offersASE certifiedSince 1999
Carthage, MO · 11 mi from Joplin
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Darryl's Auto Service

Darryl's Auto Service

4.9 123 reviews
“Amazing job Darryl and his team did on my car, definitely coming back for future maintenance on the car”
BBB A+Since 2021
Baxter Springs, KS · 13 mi from Joplin
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Dale's Garage & Towing

Dale's Garage & Towing

4.7 55 reviews
“Excellent work and very professional and friendly.”
Carthage, MO · 11 mi from Joplin
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Lawson's Auto Repair

Lawson's Auto Repair

4.2 18 reviews
“Fantastic service, always fair and honest”
Carthage, MO · 11 mi from Joplin
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Carr Shop

Carr Shop

4.4 13 reviews
“They replace my part in record time and my car is back to normal!”
Carthage, MO · 11 mi from Joplin
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Thompson Automotive & Sales Llc.

Thompson Automotive & Sales Llc.

5.0 5 reviews
“These guys fixed me up in a couple hours and I still made it home that night.”
Quapaw, OK · 15 mi from Joplin
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