Licensed STAR Station · Westlake Village, CA
Every test type. Every vehicle. Done right.
Payless Smog Center is a licensed STAR smog station in Westlake Village, CA. With 45+ years of experience and an advanced emissions testing degree, we handle every smog check requirement California drivers face.
The standard biennial smog inspection required for most California passenger vehicles. We perform a complete OBD-II scan, visual inspection, and functional test — then submit results electronically to the DMV on the spot.
Vehicles directed by the DMV to a STAR station require a higher level of testing. As a licensed STAR station, we are authorized and equipped to perform these inspections with full compliance.
Diesel-powered cars, trucks, and SUVs require specialized testing equipment and expertise. We have the tools and experience to test diesel vehicles accurately and efficiently.
Buying or selling a vehicle in California? A smog certificate is required at the point of sale. We issue same-day certificates accepted at all California DMV offices.
Moving to California and registering a vehicle from another state? We perform the required initial smog inspection for out-of-state vehicles entering the California registration system.
Vehicles identified as gross polluters require testing at a licensed STAR station. Our advanced equipment and certified technician handle these inspections with precision.
No appointment needed. Pull up during business hours and we will get you started right away.
Most smog checks take 20–30 minutes. Our technician performs a thorough OBD-II scan, visual check, and functional test.
We submit your results electronically to the DMV and provide your smog certificate on the spot.
Call us — we have been answering smog questions since 1981.
(818) 889-7411