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Emissions testing in Springville, UT
Licensed Utah County emissions inspection station #U828. We test on-site, and if your vehicle needs repairs to pass, we diagnose and fix it so you can renew on time.
- 377 S 2000 W, Springville
- Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat by appointment
- 5.0 · 118 Google reviews
- Licensed Utah County emissions inspection station #U828
What's included
Our emissions testing and repair
Driven Auto Service is a licensed Utah County emissions inspection station (#U828) and tests on-site in Springville. Emissions problems usually show up as a check engine light or a failed test. We run the test, and if it fails, we find the cause instead of guessing.
- Utah County emissions testOn-site testing at licensed station #U828, for vehicles that need a test at registration.
- Check engine light diagnosisScan, test and find the cause of the light before recommending repairs.
- Repair to passFix what is keeping the vehicle from passing: sensors, leaks, ignition, EVAP and more.
- Clear paperwork guidanceWhere to take the results and when to renew. We point you to the county for waiver questions.
- Honest estimate firstIf repairs are needed, you see the estimate and approve it before work starts.
When to get tested
Before your registration runs out
- Registration renewal is coming upA test can be done no more than two months before your registration renews, per the Utah DMV.
- Your renewal notice says a test is requiredCheck the county chart or call the county if you are not sure.
- Check engine light is onA lit check engine light usually means the vehicle will not pass until the cause is fixed.
- You bought a vehicle from out of countyUtah County residents may need a test to register a newly purchased vehicle.
- You changed the exhaust, tune or engineAltered or removed emissions equipment can cause a failure. Ask us before you test.
- The vehicle failed at another stationBring the failure report. We diagnose the root cause and repair it.
Rules depend on model year and fuel type, and they change. Check the current chart before you come in. A good starting point is below. Book a visit.
Know the rules
Utah County emissions rules at a glance
These notes summarize the Utah DMV and Utah County Air Quality pages as of November 2026. Rules change from year to year, so always confirm on the pages linked below or with the county at 801-851-7600.
- Gasoline vehicles in Utah County that are less than six model years old are tested once every two years. Even model years are tested in even-numbered years, and odd model years in odd-numbered years (Utah DMV).
- Older gasoline vehicles are tested every year at registration (Utah County Air Quality FAQ). The DMV's 2026 table lists model years 2020 through 1996 as required and model year 1995 and older as not required.
- Diesel vehicles with model years 1998 through 2021 need an emissions inspection in Utah County. Diesel model years 1997 and older, 2022 and newer, and heavy-duty diesels over 14,001 lbs GVWR are exempt (Utah DMV).
- Exemptions include electric vehicles, motorcycles, off-highway vehicles and new vehicles with a manufacturer's statement of origin (Utah DMV).
- A test can be done no more than two months before your registration renews (Utah DMV).
- Utah County does not set a test fee; each licensed station chooses its price and must post it (Utah County Air Quality FAQ). Driven Auto Service's posted fee is $40, or $50 with on-the-spot registration renewal.
- A 2026 Utah law (HB 22) exempts model year 1995 and older vehicles and certain vehicles without OBD-II, provided they have not been tampered with or modified (Utah Division of Air Quality rulemaking, Utah County technical bulletin 2026-2).
Sources (checked Nov 13, 2026): Utah DMV: 2026 emissions requirements · Utah County Air Quality FAQ · Utah County technical bulletin 2026-2 (HB 22). Rules change by year, so confirm current requirements with the Utah County Health Department before you test.
Pricing
Emissions testing and repair pricing
Driven Auto Service's posted emissions test fee is $40, or $50 with on-the-spot registration renewal. Utah County does not set a countywide fee; each licensed station posts its own. Repairs depend on what the diagnosis finds, and you approve every estimate before we start.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Emissions testUtah County emissions test for registration | $40, or $50 with registration renewalOn-the-spot registration renewal is $50. |
| Check engine light diagnosisScan, inspect and test to find the cause | Quote |
| Oxygen or air-fuel sensorReplace a failed sensor and clear codes | QuotePer sensor |
| EVAP system repairFind and fix leaks, valves or gas cap issues | Quote |
| Ignition repair (plugs, coils)Misfires that cause failures | QuoteVaries with engine |
| Catalytic converterDiagnosis and replacement quote | QuoteDepends on vehicle and parts |
Quoted prices depend on your vehicle and parts; we'll give you a clear estimate before any work.
What changes the price: model year and engine, which components failed, parts availability, and whether a diagnosis finds more than one issue.
FAQs
Emissions Testing questions
Are you a licensed emissions inspection station?
Yes. Driven Auto Service is a licensed Utah County emissions inspection station, #U828, and we do testing on-site in Springville.
Does my vehicle need an emissions test in Utah County?
It depends on model year, fuel type and registration. In general, gas vehicles less than six model years old are tested every two years, and older gas vehicles every year. Diesel rules differ, and some vehicles are exempt. See the summary above and confirm with the county before you come in.
What happens if my vehicle fails?
If your vehicle fails, we diagnose the cause and give you an estimate before any work starts. The cause will need to be repaired before you can renew your registration. The county also has information on waivers if reasonable repair efforts do not get a vehicle to pass.
My check engine light is on. Will I pass?
Usually not until the cause is fixed. A lit check engine light or a vehicle that cannot communicate with the test analyzer needs repair first. We recommend a diagnosis before the test.
How early can I get tested?
No more than two months before your registration renewal, according to the Utah DMV.
How much does a Utah County emissions test cost?
Driven Auto Service's posted fee is $40, or $50 if you also renew your registration on the spot. Utah County does not set a countywide price; each licensed station posts its own fee.
Can lifted trucks, aftermarket tunes or exhaust modifications still pass?
Modified emissions equipment, removed catalytic converters or tunes that change emissions-related settings can cause a failure. Tell us what is on your truck before you test so we can set expectations.
Do I need a test after buying a vehicle from out of county?
Often yes, when you register it in Utah County. Check the county and DMV rules for your specific vehicle.
Do you serve all of Utah County?
Yes. Drivers come to us from Springville, Spanish Fork, Mapleton, Provo, Orem, Payson and across Utah County.
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Areas we serve
Emissions testing for Utah County
- Springville
- Spanish Fork
- Mapleton
- Provo
- Orem
- Payson
- Utah County
Driven Auto Service is at 377 S 2000 W, Springville, in the same building as Driven Auto Sales and Morse Customs.
Book appointment
Book your emissions test
Pick a time online or call 801-477-0895, Monday to Friday 9 to 6. Saturday visits are by appointment.