Abco Auto Inspection & Repair
4600 N Brighton Ave, 64117 · MO
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Missouri vehicle safety inspection
Yes — safety inspection is required. Missouri requires a biennial motor vehicle safety inspection for most vehicles, generally tied to odd/even model years under RSMo §307.350. Official stations are listed in the MSHP HP81 locator.
Key facts
- Cadence
- biennial (odd/even model year)
- Fee
- See notes — See RSMo §307.365 and MSHP MVI FAQ for current fee rules.
- Program
- Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection (MVI)
- Administered by
- Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) — DVSD Motor Vehicle Inspection Section
- Official locator
- interactive
- Emissions relationship
- Separate county emissions program (e.g. Gateway VIP) — not the same as safety MVI
Who must get inspected
Most Missouri-titled vehicles subject to §307.350 must obtain a safety inspection on the statutory cycle. Sale/transfer and certain vehicle classes have special rules—confirm with MSHP and DOR guidance.
What is inspected
- Items in the MVI Regulations Manual (SHP-478)
- Brakes, lights, tires, glass, and related safety equipment
Emissions relationship
Separate county emissions program (e.g. Gateway VIP) — not the same as safety MVI. Keep safety and emissions searches separate when locating stations.
Find stations in Missouri
Sample listings below. Prefer the official locator when available.
Antioch Auto Inspections
4250 N Antioch Rd, 64117 · MO
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Barry Road Service Center
8315 N Congress Ave, 64152 · MO
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Buddy's Automotive
1030 West 23rd St S B, 64055 · MO
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City Wide Auto Repair-Matthew Frisbee
6000 Prospect Ave, 64130 · MO
Hours on station page
D&M Automotive and Tow
2625 NE Vivion Rd, 64119 · MO
Hours on station page
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Costs & payment
See RSMo §307.365 and MSHP MVI FAQ for current fee rules.
Fail / retest rules
Free reinspection within 20 days at the same station (excluding weekends/holidays) per §307.365—confirm details in current statute and manual.
How to prepare
- Check whether your model year is due this year
- Bring registration
- Ask if the station is safety-only or safety+emissions
Official sources
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. Always confirm with the primary source before you drive.
Recent changes
Track dated fee, cadence, and program updates on the Missouri changes guide. Until a new statute or agency notice is cited there, rely on the official program URL and sources above.
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FAQ
Is Missouri inspection annual or biennial?
Safety inspection is generally biennial based on odd/even model year under RSMo §307.350.
How do I find an official MVI station?
Use the Missouri State Highway Patrol HP81 station locator and filter for the correct station type.
Is Gateway VIP the safety inspection program?
No. Gateway VIP is emissions-related. Statewide safety inspection is the MSHP MVI program.
Who must get a Missouri vehicle safety inspection?
Most Missouri-titled vehicles subject to §307.350 must obtain a safety inspection on the statutory cycle. Sale/transfer and certain vehicle classes have special rules—confirm with MSHP and DOR guidance.
What does Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection (MVI) inspect?
Items in the MVI Regulations Manual (SHP-478); Brakes, lights, tires, glass, and related safety equipment
What happens if I fail inspection in Missouri?
Free reinspection within 20 days at the same station (excluding weekends/holidays) per §307.365—confirm details in current statute and manual.
How much does vehicle inspection cost in Missouri?
See RSMo §307.365 and MSHP MVI FAQ for current fee rules.
Who runs Missouri's inspection program?
Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) — DVSD Motor Vehicle Inspection Section. Program page: https://mshp.dps.mo.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/DVSD/MVI/index.html
About this page
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. FindSafetyStations is not affiliated with Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) — DVSD Motor Vehicle Inspection Section.