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Rear Brake repair in a 2021 bmw 430i

$500

Great service and fast

Brake repair

$250

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Need a brake and lamp inspection near you? Whether for vehicle registration, ownership transfer, or meeting safety standards, a brake and lamp inspection ensures your car complies with state DMV regulations. This service checks your braking system and lights, keeping you safe and road-legal.

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Top Brake and Lamp Inspection related questions

In California, a brake and lamp inspection costs vary depending on the vehicle's make, model, and year. Generally, prices range from $80 to $240. For instance, some certified stations offer inspections for approximately $125, while others may charge around $150.

If your car doesn’t pass the brake and lamp inspection, you get a rejection sticker. You’ll be given a number of days to fix what’s wrong and get your car re-tested, ensuring everything is working correctly. From replacing your shock absorbers to changing your car lights, you can hire a Tasker to tend to your vehicle and return to the road in no time.

This check ensures that your brakes are in good working order and all your lights/headlights/taillights and turn signal lights work and are up to code.

Brake and lamp inspections are sometimes needed to register a vehicle, transfer its title or meet state safety laws, for instance. This is correct, which means it ought to be safe for you to take care of your vehicle, however, it can also eradicate your brakes or light from failing all at once and knocking you off.

You should get a brake and lamp inspection at least every 6 months or with each oil change–usually every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

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Pre purchase vehicle inspection

$50

Cerritos CA 90703, USA

Jun 8th 2025

Pre vehicle inspection for the Pre-Owned 2014 Toyota Prius c

Brake repair

$15

Bell Gardens CA 90201, USA

Jun 8th 2025

Brake is broken, handle loose

Car inspection

$100

Huntington Beach CA 92647, USA

Jun 2nd 2025

Pre-Purchase Inspection Request 2015 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited – 119,000 miles I need a mechanic to inspect this vehicle before purchase. Please focus on: • Hybrid system (battery, inverter, error codes) • Brakes & ABS (especially recall-related issues) • Engine & transmission (leaks, shifting, performance) • Tires & suspension • Electrical systems & dashboard functions • Undercarriage (rust, damage) Goal: Ensure it’s mechanically sound and safe before I buy.

Used car inspection

$200

Riverside CA 92502, USA

May 31st 2025

I need a used truck inspected today by a mechanic for any kind of damage / issues

Vehicle inspection for rideshare

$100

San Bernardino CA 92405, USA

May 25th 2025

I am in the process of ride-sharing and delivering for Uber in my car and I'm needing to get it a vehicle inspection for Uber my vehicle is a 2022 Toyota Corolla I'm wanting to find out what it would cost for it inspection for rideshare

Pre purchase car inspection

$250

Corona CA 92882, USA

May 21st 2025

I would like someone with experience on hybrid cars to do a general pre purchase inspection on a 2014 Honda Civic Hybrid at a dealership. I'm especially curious how long the current battery might last, but also want to know what kind of condition the car is in in general.

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

San Mateo CA 94401, USA

May 17th 2025

Need to do a pre purchase inspection of a used Honda civic LX

Brake and lamp inspection

$58

Henderson NV 89015, USA

May 14th 2025

Need inspection for dmv brake and light inspection

Brake repair

$50

Simi Valley CA 93065, USA

May 12th 2025

brakes are not working they are on too tight

Full car inspection

$125

Los Angeles CA 90046, USA

Apr 24th 2025

Inspection of . Brakes • Engine health • Transmission • Fluids (oil, coolant, etc.) • Battery • Tires/suspension • Spark plugs • Any warning lights or codes

Vehicle inspection

$50

North Las Vegas NV 89032, USA

Apr 17th 2025

Purchased a 2012 cadillac srx from auction that will not start even after new battery replacement.

Tesla model s 2016 driver rear light repair

$85

Gardena CA 90249, USA

Apr 14th 2025

Rear tail light on driver side driver side, Tesla model s 2016

Rear Brake repair in a 2021 bmw 430i

$500

Castaic CA 91384, USA

Apr 13th 2025

The caliper piston has come out of the boot.

Great work. Very professional

Hydraulic e bike brake repair

$50

Calabasas CA 91302, USA

Apr 12th 2025

I need to have the brake line bled and die Hydralic fluid replaced on a E. bicycle.

Break and lamp inspection for DMV registration

$50

Aliso Viejo CA 92656, USA

Apr 7th 2025

My car was hit by John Wayne Airport. My car had very little damage but AAA made my car a salvage. I just got the smog done but AAA said I need to have the break and lamp check to take to the DMV.

Vehicle inspection

$10

Century FL 32535, USA

Apr 5th 2025

Check the vehicle to determine if something is wrong with it.

Brake repair

$250

Adelanto CA 92301 2256, USA

Mar 28th 2025

Replace front and back brakes on a 2012 Mazda 6 and replace headlight bulb

Great service and fast

Used car inspection

$200

Fontana CA 92335, USA

Mar 26th 2025

i want to do a pre purchase inspection for a used car. It is in Fontana motors direct.

Car inspection

$150

Venice CA 90291, USA

Mar 20th 2025

I am buying a car in a private sale, and hoping to have it inspected by a mechanic before I buy it to ensure everything is in good condition.

Car inspection

$100

Pomona CA 91767, USA

Mar 15th 2025

do check my bmw for anything wrong with it