Repair Information Area

Diagnosing a vehicle for emission inspection failure can be complicated. As a Nashville motorist, you are free to select a qualified repair technician or repair the vehicle yourself. However, due to the complexity of today's vehicles, you should strongly consider having your vehicle repairs performed by a qualified technician who is experienced in diagnosing and repairing vehicle emission systems.

Re-Inspection Area

Vehicles not passing the inspection will receive a vehicle inspection report with the reason(s) the vehicle is failing. After appropriate repairs are made to the vehicle, you are entitled to one free retest within ninety (90) days of the initial inspection, at any of the Middle Tennessee vehicle inspection stations.

When returning for a retest, 1975 - 1995 gasoline vehicles and all diesel vehicles will be subject to the entire anti-tampering and appropriate emissions test. 1996 and newer gasoline vehicles will only be subject to the portion of the inspection which the vehicle originally failed.

If the vehicle fails the retest, a vehicle inspection report will be provided indicating the reason(s) for failure. The vehicle must have the necessary repairs made in order for the vehicle to pass the vehicle inspection.

The next retest will cost $9.00 with the following retest (if needed) free. This cycle will continue, pay for a test, receive a free test, until the vehicle passes.

The Nashville VIP provides a free diagnostic service to Davidson County vehicle owners whose vehicle has failed the vehicle inspection. Under no circumstances will we repair the vehicle. This free service is offered by appointment only by calling the Metro Public Health Department. Our telephone number is 615-340-5656. For a map and directions please click here.