Almost Heaven Auto Repair
12 Commercial Dr, 25311 · WV
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West Virginia vehicle safety inspection
Yes — safety inspection is required. West Virginia requires a routine safety inspection every 24 months (changed from annual effective Jan 1, 2024 under HB 2310). Official stations are licensed by the West Virginia State Police. Driving without a valid sticker is illegal.
Key facts
- Cadence
- biennial (every 24 months)
- Fee
- See notes — WV DMV cites a maximum inspection sticker fee of $19 covering the two-year period (confirm current statutory/admin amount).
- Program
- West Virginia Motor Vehicle Inspection (MVI)
- Administered by
- West Virginia State Police (Superintendent); WV DMV consumer guidance
- Official locator
- Emissions relationship
- Safety inspection statewide; emissions not bundled in the same sticker
Who must get inspected
Every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer registered in West Virginia generally must be inspected once every two years under §17C-16-4. New residents/out-of-state purchases typically have short deadlines after titling (WV DMV cites 10 days). Commercial vehicles subject to FMCSA rules may need annual inspection.
What is inspected
- Mechanism, brakes, and equipment designated by the Superintendent
- Typical station checklist items: lights, brakes, tires, glass, steering, exhaust, seat belts, and related safety equipment
Emissions relationship
Safety inspection statewide; emissions not bundled in the same sticker. Keep safety and emissions searches separate when locating stations.
Find stations in West Virginia
Sample listings below. Prefer the official locator when available.
Carte’s Tire and Auto Center
628 Campbells Creek Dr, 25306 · WV
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Chestnut Street Auto Service
623 Chestnut St, 25309 · WV
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Nitro Auto Tire & Detail
211 Michigan Ave, 25143 · WV
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NTB-National Tire & Battery
300 10th St, 25064 · WV
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Steve & Stacy's Servicenter
130 Virginia St W, 25302 · WV
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Costs & payment
WV DMV cites a maximum inspection sticker fee of $19 covering the two-year period (confirm current statutory/admin amount).
Fail / retest rules
WV State Police materials describe a rejection sticker and a short repair/retest window (commonly cited as 5 days at participating stations)—confirm current Official Inspection Manual rules with the station.
How to prepare
- Bring valid registration and current proof of insurance
- Use the official Public MVI Stations PDF and confirm the shop still inspects
- Check reciprocity rules if you have an unexpired out-of-state sticker
Official sources
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. Always confirm with the primary source before you drive.
- https://dmv.wv.gov/vehicle-inspection
- https://code.wvlegislature.gov/17C-16-4/
- https://www.wvsp.gov/departments/trafficsafety/Pages/generalinspectionrequirements.aspx
- https://webapps.transportation.wv.gov/TWS/WVDOTDocumentStorageMigration/PDF/Transportation/DMV/Vehicle-Services/Documents/Public%20MVI%20Stations.pdf
Recent changes
Track dated fee, cadence, and program updates on the West Virginia 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 West Virginia inspection annual or every two years?
Every 24 months for most vehicles as of Jan 1, 2024 (HB 2310 / §17C-16-4). Commercial vehicles under FMCSA rules may still need annual inspection.
Where can I find official stations?
WV DMV points motorists to State Police–licensed stations; a Public MVI Stations PDF is published via WVDOT document storage.
What is the maximum fee?
WV DMV currently cites a $19 maximum sticker fee for the two-year period—verify before you go.
Who must get a West Virginia vehicle safety inspection?
Every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer registered in West Virginia generally must be inspected once every two years under §17C-16-4. New residents/out-of-state purchases typically have short deadlines after titling (WV DMV cites 10 days). Commercial vehicles subject to FMCSA rules may need annual inspection.
What does West Virginia Motor Vehicle Inspection (MVI) inspect?
Mechanism, brakes, and equipment designated by the Superintendent; Typical station checklist items: lights, brakes, tires, glass, steering, exhaust, seat belts, and related safety equipment
What happens if I fail inspection in West Virginia?
WV State Police materials describe a rejection sticker and a short repair/retest window (commonly cited as 5 days at participating stations)—confirm current Official Inspection Manual rules with the station.
How much does vehicle inspection cost in West Virginia?
WV DMV cites a maximum inspection sticker fee of $19 covering the two-year period (confirm current statutory/admin amount).
Who runs West Virginia's inspection program?
West Virginia State Police (Superintendent); WV DMV consumer guidance. Program page: https://dmv.wv.gov/vehicle-inspection
About this page
Last reviewed 2026-10-01. FindSafetyStations is not affiliated with West Virginia State Police (Superintendent); WV DMV consumer guidance.