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What Are Vehicle Inspections?

Vehicle Inspection | Classic Kia | Kenosha, WI

There are many more reasons to visit Classic KIA than our new KIA vehicles. To name just a few, parts, KIA service, and even your Illinois vehicle inspections. Here are a few things you should know ahead of your next inspection.

What is a Vehicle Inspection?

Like most states, Illinois requires a multi-point vehicle inspection. One of the most important components of that test — and the one that’s the cause of most failed inspections — is vehicle emissions. If your car was built in 1996 or later and is four or more years old, you’ll have to have it inspected every two years; likewise, if you drive a vehicle with a GVWR between 8,501 and 14,000 pounds built in or after 2007, you’ll need to have it inspected as well.

When you visit our KIA service center serving Kenosha WI, we’ll explain the inspection process in depth. Then, we’ll get to work inspecting your car’s systems and making sure they measure up to Illinois standards. If everything checks out, your vehicle will pass inspection and won’t need another for two years. If your vehicle fails inspection, we can schedule the needed repairs and then re-test.

The good news is, if you’ve recently bought a new KIA model, you’ve got a few years before you need it inspected. However, we suggest visiting us between now and then for routine maintenance — neglect is a big cause of failed inspections.

Our Service Center 

Our KIA service center is located at 425 North Green Bay Road in Waukegan, IL. Our trained technicians and their full range of diagnostic technology are at your disposal from 7:00am - 6pm from Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. For all your inspection needs, as well as the maintenance of your engine, exhaust, and other key systems, drop in and we’ll take care of you.

Whether you’re wondering, “Where should I have my car inspected,” or “Where’s a KIA dealership near me?” the answer is one and the same: it’s all right here at Classic KIA. From sales and financing to parts and service, all your automotive needs are covered under one roof, so call or stop by and we’ll help you and your KIA car go to the head of the class at inspection time.