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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

Research draft. Sources were collected on 9 November 2026; not every page was read in full. Current rules and the full application process are unverified. Follow the linked official source before acting.

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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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