A repair waiver – after failing an emissions inspection for the second time and spending at least $200 on emissions-related repairs, car owners may obtain a repair waiver.Īdditionally, drivers may obtain a repair waiver in Ada County if they spend at least $300 on necessary vehicle repairs but still fail the test.An economic hardship waiver – drivers undergoing financial difficulties may obtain an economic hardship waiver after submitting documentation of income and expenses.In many cases, vehicle owners may obtain the following ID emissions testing waivers in Canyon County or the City of Kuna: After passing the vehicle emission test, car owners must scan and email a copy of the inspection certificate to Applus Technologies. To complete a smog inspection from out-of-state to meet Canyon County or City of Kuna requirements, drivers must obtain a Reciprocity Agreement Form and bring it to a local testing facility to complete the inspection. If the state where the ID resident is does not perform emissions testing, drivers must contact the AQB to request an extension. To complete a vehicle inspection in compliance with Ada County testing requirements, vehicle owners may complete the test while out-of-state by visiting a testing center in the area and forwarding a copy of the test to the AQB by mail, fax or email. Military personnel and out-of-state college students may complete the Idaho smog testing process from out-of-state if they visit a participating testing facility. Motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of less than 1,500 lbs.Īdditional safety and smog test exemptions in Canyon County are made for classic automobiles, vehicles less than 5 years old and vehicles manufactured before 1981.vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 14,001 lbs or greater.motorized farm equipment or vehicles used solely for agriculture.The following vehicles are exempt from an Idaho DMV smog check in Canyon County or the City of Kuna: Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of less than 1,500 lbs.The following vehicles are exempt from a testing in Ada County: Safety and emissions test exemptions vary depending on whether motorist lives in Ada County or Canyon County. The state sends vehicle owners a notice before testing is due, but drivers do not need to submit this notice when completing the inspection. Note: When you visit an emissions testing center, you must bring payment for testing fees. Drivers of heavyweight vehicles including firetrucks and buses must also test their vehicles for harmful emissions. The vehicle is registered in Ada County and was manufactured after 1981.The vehicle is registered in Canyon County and is a diesel or gasoline-powered vehicle manufactured after 1981 and is at least 5 years old.Vehicle owners must complete smog testing in Idaho if their vehicles meet the following conditions: