Garages face busy month: inspection due for 416,000 cars in November

Garages across the Netherlands face a surge in demand this November, as the MOT certifications for 416,000 vehicles are set to expire. Data analyzed by the platform AutoZoWeg.nl from the RDW vehicle registry shows that while many owners have proactively scheduled their inspections, a significant number of drivers have fallen behind. As of late October, nearly 239,000 passenger cars were already operating with an expired status. Authorities warn that vehicles exceeding their inspection deadline by more than two months risk automatic fines from the CJIB. Even vehicles that remain parked can be subject to these penalties if they are not officially suspended in the registry. Experts encourage owners to utilize the RDW website to check their expiration dates early, noting that scheduling an inspection up to two months in advance does not affect the official renewal date. For older or unwanted vehicles that owners are no longer investing in, experts suggest either selling the car or formally suspending its registration to avoid potential legal consequences and financial penalties.