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Buying 2007 Honda Accord From Out of State

I'm considering purchasing this used from outside California. It may not be 50 states emission compliant. Is there a different California smog test standard for 50 states vs 49 states car? Will a properly maintained 49 State car pass CA smog test easily?
Answer:

There is a difference with 49-state emissions legal systems and 50-state (California) emissions however a USED 49-state emissions equipped vehicle, such as in the case of an out-of-state 2007 Honda Accord, can pass the California smog test and receive registration in this State. The smog inspection for 2000 and newer vehicles consist of a visual and functional inspection of the vehicle's engine emissions system. So long as the engine's emission system has not been tampered with, the check engine light is not on, and the emission monitors are ready, the vehicle can pass the smog test without any emissions modification; no smog parts need to be added. A new vehicle, on the other hand, can not be registered (or pass smog) in California if it is not California emissions certified. posted by SmogTips Support

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