The County of Kauai Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection Office is located at the County of Kauai Civic Center, 4444 Rice St., A-480, Lihue. Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Contact us at kauaidl@kauai.gov or 808-241-4197 to schedule an appointment for the following:
Inspection stations are allowed to collect fees in full prior to inspection. Cost per vehicle inspection (GVWR 10,000 lbs. and under):
- Car & light trucks $25.00 + tax
- Motorcycles $17.00 + tax
- Trailers $17.00 + tax
- Duplicate inspections $6.34 + tax
Failed vehicle inspections are valid for thirty (30) days to correct defects. Return to issuing station within thirty (30) days for re-inspection of corrected defects at no additional charge. Failed Vehicle Inspection Receipt Not Valid for Operating on Public Roadways.
To locate a certified public inspection station on Kauai:
Motorcycles / Motor scooter / Mopeds: County of Kauai Motorcycles / Motor Scooter / Moped Inspection Station Locations