Originally Posted by Chris F.

Inspections consist of a number of things. They mainly check for emissions to make sure that your cars emissions system is working properly. They also check for rust (if you have rust HOLES then you will have to fix them or else you won't get a sticker). The car is then raised up and the suspension is checked, the undercarriage is checked visually for leaks, steering system checked, tires checked for tread, etc. Obviously the saftey stuff is checked -- seat belts, horn, wipers, mirrors, headlights, tail lights, etc.

It's a pain in the neck to do it every year but it keeps the junk off the road.