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Department of Motor Traffic

Prepare for a vehicle emission test

For Applicant or current/previous vehicle holder according to the official eligibility rules

Draft. Written from the official page, read on 9 November 2026. Not tried in person yet, so check the source before you go.

Steps

  1. Check whether vehicle and revenue-licence year are subject to emissions testing

    dmt.gov.lk (opens in a new tab)
  2. Bring vehicle registration certificate and ensure identifiers are readable

  3. Warm engine as stated by DMT and correct oil/exhaust/water leaks before test

  4. Visit an officially recognized testing center and pay actual current fee on site

  5. Keep resulting emissions certificate for applicable revenue licence application

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