What documents are required for an APK inspection?

Your car must undergo regular APK inspections. You can have this APK inspection performed at garages and inspection stations approved by the RDW. But what documents do you need for an APK inspection?

As of March 1, 2010, Part I of the vehicle registration certificate is no longer used for the APK inspection. The RDW’s basic vehicle registry is now used to verify vehicle information.

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Identification During the APK Inspection

The chassis number, together with the license plate number, is the most important means of identifying your vehicle during an APK inspection.

Important: You no longer need to bring any documents with you to an APK inspection.

What do they check during an APK inspection?

During the inspection, the tires, brakes, exhaust emissions, and lights, among other things, are checked.

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