What mileage and ownership requirements must be met for a low mile exemption?

The criteria for a low mile exemption in Pennsylvania require that a vehicle has accrued less than 5,000 miles and that the owner has had it for a minimum of one year. This exemption is designed to assist owners of vehicles that are not used frequently, thereby reducing the overall emissions impact of such vehicles. It recognizes that vehicles driven less often typically have lower emissions profiles over time due to reduced wear and tear and lower fuel consumption.

This specific threshold of 5,000 miles and one year of ownership helps establish a clear standard to identify vehicles that are usually driven infrequently, qualifying them for exemptions from certain emissions testing requirements. Meeting these criteria allows certain vehicle owners to avoid the costs and hassle associated with emissions inspections that would otherwise apply to more frequently utilized vehicles.