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Honda Civic Needs CA Smog Check Every Year?

I have a 2004 Honda Civic Hatchback. Every year when my registration renewal is due I have to pay for a smog check.... I'm not sure what's going on. Who do I contact for this?

Answer:

More than likely this is happening because you bought the vehicle within the last 3 years. The DMV does not reset a vehicle's biennial smog check requirement year when a vehicle is bought or sold. The odd or even number year in which its smog check inspection is due does not change. When purchasing a vehicle which needed a smog check in a previous year, the vehicle will require one smog inspection for title transfer purpose during its title transfer, and a second smog inspection in its first year of registration renewal; a smog inspection will be required two years in a row. If this is not the case with your Honda Civic please contact the DMV at (800) 777-0133. If the DMV is unable to assist you you can get in touch with the State Smog Check Referee's Office at (800) 622-7733. posted by SmogTips Support

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