Clear, Simple Fees

Inspection fees are based on axle count. Payment is due before the inspection begins — pass or fail.

Per Axle
$20
+ $1 sticker fee
Applies to most commercial vehicles. Trucks, trailers, vans, light/medium/heavy duty.
School Bus Flat Fee
$49
+ $1 sticker fee
Flat fee for Type I and Type II yellow school buses.
Common Examples
2-axle truck$41
3-axle vehicle$61
4-axle vehicle$81
5-axle semi$101
School bus$50
Payment Methods

Cash, business check, or credit card.
$3.00 surcharge on credit card payments.

Re-Inspection Policy

Free re-inspection within 30 days of a failed inspection.
After 30 days, a full new inspection fee applies.

Fleet Accounts

Net 30 billing available for approved fleet accounts.
Apply for a fleet account →

Every Inspection Type We Perform

Illinois DOT Safety Lane Inspection (6-Month)

IDOT

Required every six months for intrastate trucks under 10,001 lbs and over 26,001 lbs, as well as buses, ambulances, limousines, and most other commercial vehicles in Illinois. Covers brakes, tires, lighting, steering, coupling devices, and all safety-critical systems. Upon passing, you receive the Certificate of Safety sticker and inspection report.

Illinois DOT Safety Lane Inspection (12-Month)

IDOT

Annual safety lane inspection for trucks and truck tractors with a registered gross weight between 10,001 and 26,000 lbs, as well as certain trailers and tow trucks. Also applies to any vehicle displaying an active US DOT number — all equipment under that carrier automatically gets the 12-month sticker. Same full inspection — just on a 12-month cycle instead of 6.

School Bus Inspection (Type I & Type II)

School Bus

Certified inspections for Type I (over 10,000 lbs GVWR) and Type II (under 10,000 lbs) yellow school buses. Required by the State of Illinois for all school bus operators. $49 flat fee per bus plus $1 sticker.

Rebuilt & Salvage Vehicle Inspection

Rebuilt

Inspections for rebuilt and salvage-titled vehicles returning to service. We verify roadworthiness and full compliance with state requirements before the vehicle is cleared for operation.

Ready to Get Inspected?

No appointment needed. Drive in Monday–Friday 7am–3pm or Saturday 7am–12pm. We're at 1650 James Drive, Mount Prospect.