- info@autoservisstefanko.sk
- +421 908 254 061
- Pon - Pia (8:00 - 16:30), Sob - Ned (ZATVORENÉ)
No need to waste time sorting it out yourself — bring the car in, we'll explain what we'll fix and why, and once it's done you'll pick up your vehicle with a valid STK and EK.
We scan the vehicle with professional diagnostic equipment, revealing hidden OBD faults that the inspection station would otherwise catch on the spot.
We check the brakes, lights, chassis, exhaust, tyres and mandatory equipment — exactly according to the STK methodology.
Before any repair, we call you, explain what we found and the price. We don't do anything without your approval.
We take the car to the technical and emissions inspection ourselves. You just come and collect the finished paperwork and stickers.
The most common reasons a car fails the STK in 2026 are surprisingly minor — a blown bulb, a fluid leak, a slight difference in braking force. We find these before the technician at the station does.
Measuring brake effectiveness and balance, checking pads, discs, and brake hose integrity.
Bulbs, headlight alignment, number plate lighting. The #1 reason for failing the STK.
Ball joints, bushings, boots, shock absorbers, axle condition and steering play.
Tread depth (min. 1.6 mm), sidewall condition, wheel approval per the vehicle's registration document.
Exhaust system tightness, emission levels, AdBlue, DPF/FAP filter condition, lambda sensor.
Reading fault codes with professional diagnostic equipment — including airbag and ABS control units.
Warning triangle, hi-vis vest, first-aid kit (not expired), spare wheel, wheel nut wrench.
Legible VIN, number plate, manufacturer's plate, valid registration certificate, window tint certificates.
Stricter rules came into effect in January 2026. Many drivers are caught off guard to find that even a technically sound car may not pass the inspection. We'll prepare you for all the changes.
Since January 1, 2026, the STK station verifies your compulsory liability insurance (PZP) directly in the SKP database. Without valid insurance, you won't pass — even with a perfect car.
More thorough checking of emission values, especially for older diesel vehicles. Pay close attention to your DPF, EGR and AdBlue level.
Technicians can no longer overlook small details. Every step of the inspection is monitored — even something as minor as an incorrectly mounted number plate can fail you.
You'll find out the final price after the initial diagnostics, and you'll always approve it in advance. We never charge anything without your consent.
| Service | Scope | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-inspection check | Full check according to the STK methodology + professional diagnostics | from 35 € |
| Fault repair | Based on findings and after your approval | individual |
| STK + EK handling | Transporting the car to the station, processing, return with documents | from 40 € |
| Inspection station fee (M1) | Separate STK fee | ~65 – 95 € |
* Prices are approximate for passenger vehicles in category M1. For gas-powered or hybrid vehicles, the price may vary. The fee for the technical and emissions inspection itself is paid to the STK station — we simply handle it on your behalf.
In 24 years in this business, I keep seeing the same thing — people come in for the STK with a car that 'drives fine,' and they're caught off guard by a blown bulb above the number plate or an oil leak under the engine. These are small things we can fix in 10 minutes at the garage. But if the station turns you away because of it, you end up paying twice — for the inspection and for the lost time.
Answers to the questions we hear every day from drivers in Žilina and the surrounding area.
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