Purrfect Auto Services
“These guys are fantastic that simple the polite they're ready on time and they have reasonable prices.”
Best Car Inspection & Emissions Testing near Tustin, CA
We have 2 stations in Tustin on file, and both are on this list, along with 13 from towns including Santa Ana (5, 4 mi), Irvine (3, 4 mi) and Costa Mesa (2, 7 mi).
12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
Jamboree Smog Free Car Wash
“Í needed a smog the same day of my registration requirement … I drove in & out in less than 30 min …AND I got a free car wash with my smog check!”
Autocare Express
“But Jesus always gives me an explanation of what is going on with my car, and has helped me figure out the best ways to maintain it the best we can.”
Mo's Garage
“Kind, honest, helpful, good at what they do… they are everything you hope your mechanics would be.”
Key Nissan Service
“These people are so great they find everything wrong with you're car and ask if you would like to get it fixed with prices included.”
Irvine Auto Repair
“I really appreciated their honesty and willingness to take the time to thoroughly inspect my vehicle.”
Listed for drivers in and around Tustin, CA, these 15 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: Tustin, CA
The 15 stations on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 3,326 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the stations on this page are "price" and "quality". 12 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites; 4 list staff certifications (ASE) and 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the stations on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers financing; 1 gives free estimates; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the stations on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 3 take 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 Tustin?
Inside your own state, yes. 2 of the 15 shops here are in Tustin 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.
Bake Auto Care
“Michael is the best he takes the time to explain what is needed and they complete all repairs quickly.”
Zee's Smog Test Only Station
“I didn't have to wait long and just showed up without an appointment.”
AA Smog Test Only
“Ace is a true professional and smogs my car every two years.”
Reliable Auto Services
“Honest fair pricing you can just tell he actually cares about providing good service!!”
Nick's OC Auto Service
“He was able to squeeze me into his schedule, diagnose the issue, get the necessary parts ordered, and resolve the problem promptly”
Fitzgeralds Auto Care Center
“I moved to Long Beach, but it's worth it to me to drive to Costa Mesa to have my car serviced by these very busy professionals.”
Auto Check Center
“Although the wait was long, the service was professional and quick once it came my turn.”
CAL Auto Service
“He was so informative, helpful and went out of his way to provide me top quality service.”
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BMB Rhinetrade Inc. German Auto Repair
“They ordered my part well in advance to protect from shortage, did high quality work quickly, and did it all as professionals”
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What customers say about stations near Tustin
- “Very fast smog shop, was in and out in under 10 minutes and also had a free cash wash that was pretty amazing.” — customer of Jamboree Smog Free Car Wash
- “Everything was great. These guys are honest, efficient, and their smog prices are so reasonable that I'm absolutely coming back here again.” — customer of Auto Check Center
- “Zee smog is the best. Get the best quality service, have been taking all my cars here for years, highly recommend.” — customer of Zee's Smog Test Only Station
- “Very fast and friendly guy. I would recommend getting a smog check here to anyone.” — customer of AA Smog Test Only
- “Michael went above and beyond, addressing various issues such as changing brakes, resurfacing rotors, tightening the manifold, replacing a headlight, installing new windshield wipers, smog check, and changing some fuses – all at a very reasonable price.” — customer of Bake Auto Care
Excerpts from public reviews of the stations listed on this page.
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