Inspections we perform
- North Carolina state inspections for cars and trucks
- North Carolina state inspections for motorcycles
Riders: bring the bike, too. Here’s what one neighbor said about a last-minute motorcycle inspection:
“Dexter was outstanding with being able to fit in my state motorcycle inspection in on New Year's Eve last minute. He was able to get it knocked out in a timely manner, one of the last appointments for the day, so I could be on my way.”
“Used Stokesdale Service Center for NC inspection and for tire installation. Very professional and excellent fast and friendly service.”
When to get inspected
North Carolina ties your annual inspection to your registration renewal. According to the NCDMV, you can have the vehicle inspected up to 90 days before your registration expires, and the result is recorded electronically, so there’s no sticker to keep track of. See the NCDMV inspection page for the official rules for your vehicle and county.
Quick pre-inspection checklist
A few things you can check in the driveway before you come in:
- Lights — headlights (high and low), brake lights, turn signals, and tag light.
- Horn and wipers — the horn works and the wipers clear the windshield.
- Tires — North Carolina requires at least 2/32" of tread. See our tire page for the penny test.
- Brakes — no grinding, pulling, or soft pedal. Read brake warning signs.
- Mirrors and glass — mirrors in place and window tint within the legal limit.
If anything fails, you’re already at a repair shop. We’ll explain what failed and what it takes to fix it.
Fees and timing
Inspection fees are set by the state. Call (336) 643-9915 for the current fee and to find a good time to come by.