Always Smog Test Only-San Jose

No. Always Smog Test Only-San Jose is not STAR certified. If your DMV renewal notice says "STAR Station Required," you will need to visit a STAR certified station instead.

Yes. Always Smog Test Only-San Jose 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.

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose is open Monday 9 AM to 6 PM; Tuesday 9 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday 9 AM to 6 PM; Thursday 9 AM to 6 PM; Friday 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM; Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM. Hours can change on holidays, so call ahead if you are cutting it close.

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

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose accepts Cash, Credit Card.

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose has held a BAR smog license since 2023. You can verify the license status at bar.ca.gov.

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose 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 (408) 834-3274 for a quote.

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose does not take online bookings here, but walk-ins are welcome. Call (408) 834-3274 to check the wait.

Staff at Always Smog Test Only-San Jose 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.

Always Smog Test Only-San Jose 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 San Jose are Aa Star Smog Check Station (2.2 mi) and Sm Auto (2.2 mi). Both are listed further up this page with their ratings and hours.