Smog Depot Test Only

Yes. Smog Depot Test Only is STAR certified with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, so it can test vehicles the DMV directs to a STAR station, including gross polluters.

Yes. Smog Depot Test Only is licensed as a Test Only smog station. This station performs the smog test and issues the certificate. It does not do repairs, so a failed vehicle has to be fixed elsewhere and brought back.

Smog Depot Test Only is open Monday 8 AM to 6 PM; Tuesday 8 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday 8 AM to 6 PM; Thursday 8 AM to 6 PM; Friday 8 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 8 AM to 3 PM. Closed Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call ahead if you are cutting it close.

Yes. Smog Depot Test Only accepts walk-ins, so you can drive in without booking ahead.

Smog Depot Test Only accepts Credit Card, Debit Card, NFC/Contactless.

Google lists the following accessibility features at Smog Depot Test Only: wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking.

Smog Depot Test Only has held a BAR smog license since 2020. You can verify the license status at bar.ca.gov.

Smog Depot Test Only has not published a price on SmogCheckDeals. The Bureau of Automotive Repair puts the statewide average at $69.16 as of August 2026, about $65 for a 2000-or-newer vehicle and $73 for 1999-or-older, plus the $8.25 certificate fee. Call (510) 234-9800 for a quote.

Smog Depot Test Only does not take online bookings here, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (510) 234-9800 to check the wait.

Staff at Smog Depot Test Only speak English.

Bring the car, your registration or DMV renewal notice, and a way to pay. Most smog checks take 15 to 30 minutes, and most visits are closer to 20.

Smog Depot Test Only is a Test Only station, so it cannot do the repair. You would have the work done at a repair shop, then come back for the free retest within 30 days. California's Consumer Assistance Program covers up to $1,200 of emissions repairs for qualifying owners.

The closest alternatives in El Cerrito are El Cerrito Honda (0.1 mi) and Pauls Shop (1.2 mi). Both are listed further up this page with their ratings and hours.