Walk-in, no appointment. Nevada-licensed smog station and third-party DMV services serving the entire North Las Vegas corridor.
Silver State Smog & DMV
Pull straight in β our smog station is in the rear of the building with a dedicated drive-up bay. No squeezing through a parking lot.
Walk into our front office for registration renewals, title transfers, VIN inspections, and more. One stop, two services.
MonβFri 8amβ6pm and Sunday 8amβ4pm. No appointment ever needed β walk in or drive up any time we're open.
Found a competitor's coupon? Bring the physical coupon and we'll match it. Smog checks as low as $20. Veteran, First Responder & Senior discounts require valid ID.
Located at Simmons & Ann Road next to Dollar Tree, Walmart, Las Vegas Boxing, and State Farm Insurance. Drop off your car and run your errands while you wait.
Fully licensed Nevada smog station and authorized third-party DMV service provider. Your test is submitted directly to the state.
We proudly offer special pricing for veterans, active military, first responders, and seniors. Just mention it when you arrive β no paperwork needed.
Full smog testing and third-party DMV services under one roof at 5465 Simmons St, North Las Vegas.
Standard on-board diagnostic test for 2000+ model year vehicles. Required annually in Clark County. Results submitted directly to the Nevada DMV.
Physical exhaust test for older vehicles (pre-2000). We test HC, CO, and NOx levels to meet Nevada state standards.
Smog testing for motorhomes. Our drive-up bay accommodates full-size vehicles.
Your passing results are electronically submitted to Nevada DMV. You receive a certificate for your records.
Renew your Nevada vehicle registration and receive your stickers same day. Bring your renewal notice or we'll look you up.
Buying or selling a vehicle? We handle title transfers quickly and correctly so you don't have to wait in a DMV line.
Nevada-required VIN inspection for out-of-state vehicles, rebuilt titles, or title discrepancies. Done on-site.
Moving to Nevada? We help you convert your out-of-state registration and plates to Nevada, including required VIN inspection.
Confused by DMV forms? Our staff helps you complete the right paperwork for your situation β no guessing required.
We offer a full range of third-party DMV services. Ask us at the front counter β if we can help, we will.
We honor those who served. Valid military ID or VA card required at time of service.
Police, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs. Valid badge or department ID required at time of service.
Residents 65 and older. Valid government-issued ID with date of birth required at time of service.
Found a lower price? Bring the physical coupon at time of service and we'll match it β smog checks as low as $20.
5465 Simmons St, Unit 2 Β· North Las Vegas, NV 89031 Β· Simmons Marketplace
Built by locals, for locals β bringing fast and honest smog and DMV services to the heart of North Las Vegas.
The 89031 ZIP code is the most populated in Nevada β nearly 78,000 residents and growing every year. With 2.46 vehicles per household and Nevada's annual smog requirement, the community handles thousands of renewals every month. Yet for years, there's been no high-quality, walk-in smog and DMV combo station serving the Simmons and Ann Road corridor.
Silver State Smog & DMV was built to fix that. We opened at Simmons Marketplace to put fast, affordable, honest service right in the neighborhood β next to the Dollar Tree, Walmart, Las Vegas Boxing, and State Farm Insurance.
Most smog shops make you wait in line before telling you their price. We're transparent. We match competitor coupons β as low as $20 β and we give automatic discounts to veterans, first responders, and seniors without making you negotiate for it.
Our layout is designed for your convenience: DMV paperwork up front so you can walk in and sit down, smog testing in the rear with a dedicated drive-up bay so you're not blocking traffic. Two services, one stop, no appointment ever needed.
We serve the families of Aliante, Centennial Hills, Tule Springs, and the entire 89031 corridor.
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Walk-ins always welcome. No appointment needed.
Valid ID required for veteran, first responder & senior discounts. Physical coupon must be presented for coupon match. All discounts applied at time of service.
Silver State Smog & DMV
Everything you need to know about smog testing β how it works, what our technicians do, and what causes a vehicle to fail.
What to expect when you arrive β according to Nevada DMV standards
When you arrive, a staff member will greet you and collect your vehicle information β year, make, model, license plate, and VIN. Youβll also provide proof of registration or renewal notice. No appointment needed.
Our certified smog technician performs a visual inspection first β checking that emissions components (catalytic converter, gas cap, EGR valve, air injection system) are present and unmodified. Tampering or removal of any emissions device is an automatic failure.
For 1996+ vehicles, the technician connects a scanner to your OBD-II port (usually under the dashboard). For older vehicles, a tailpipe probe measures exhaust gases directly. The technician runs the test per Nevada DMV-approved procedures and is not permitted to alter or skip any step.
Pass or fail, results are transmitted directly to the Nevada DMV in real time. You receive a printed certificate. A passing test is valid for 90 days. The technician cannot change, falsify, or hold results β all data goes straight to the state.
The technician will provide a printout explaining why your vehicle failed. You are not required to repair at our location. You may take your vehicle to any shop. Once repaired, a retest is required. Ask about our retest policy at the counter.
If repair costs are excessive, you may qualify for a Nevada DMV Waiver. You must have spent a minimum amount on repairs (set by the state) and still not pass. Ask our staff for the waiver form and the list of authorized stations that can process it.
For 1996 & newer vehicles β the most common smog test in Clark County
A steady or flashing βCheck Engineβ or βService Engine Soonβ light is an automatic failure in Nevada. The light means your vehicleβs computer has detected an emissions-related problem and stored a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). Even if the car seems to run fine, it will not pass.
After a battery disconnect or ECU reset, your vehicleβs OBD system needs time to run its self-checks (called βmonitorsβ). If they havenβt completed, the test returns a βRejected β Not Readyβ result. This is NOT the same as a failure β but you still canβt register until itβs resolved.
Any vehicle emitting visible smoke from the exhaust will fail and does not qualify for a waiver. Blue smoke indicates burning oil; black smoke indicates rich fuel mixture; white smoke may indicate coolant leak. All must be repaired before retesting.
Removal or modification of any factory emissions component β catalytic converter, EGR valve, oxygen sensor, PCV system, or air injection β is an automatic failure. Tampered vehicles also do not qualify for a waiver.
β οΈ There are NO waivers for catalytic converter removal or tampering. No exceptions.
Testing too soon after disconnecting the battery β even if the check engine light is off β can result in a rejected test because the OBD monitors havenβt completed. The vehicle should be driven under varied conditions (city and highway) for up to one week before testing.
The EVAP (evaporative emissions) system is monitored by the OBD computer. A loose, cracked, or missing gas cap can trigger a Check Engine light and cause a failure. Itβs one of the simplest and most overlooked fixes.
For pre-1996 vehicles β physical exhaust gas measurement
Older vehicles (pre-1996) go through a tailpipe emissions test where a probe is inserted into the exhaust and measures three gases: HC (hydrocarbons), CO (carbon monoxide), and NOx (nitrogen oxides). Your vehicle must fall below Nevadaβs set limits at both idle and 2,500 RPM.
Unburned fuel escaping through the exhaust. High HC means incomplete combustion β usually caused by a misfiring spark plug, worn ignition wires, a bad oxygen sensor, or a clogged fuel injector.
Produced by incomplete combustion when the fuel mixture is too rich (too much fuel, not enough air). Common causes: dirty air filter, faulty MAF sensor, leaking fuel injector, or a failing catalytic converter.
Formed when combustion temperatures are too high. Causes include a failing EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve, overheating engine, or lean fuel mixture. High NOx is the hardest to fix and the most harmful to air quality.
Our staff is happy to answer questions at the counter. No appointment needed β just drive up to the rear bay for smog or walk into the front office for DMV services.