Driving licence and vehicle
TÜV NORD offers comprehensive services for new drivers and those returning to driving.
Overview of all services
TÜV NORD offers comprehensive services for new drivers and those returning to driving.
Overview of all servicesDriving licences, fitness to drive and vehicle inspections are subject to clear legal requirements and set procedures. Whether you are applying for a driving licence, need to prove your fitness to drive following an incident on the road, or are having your vehicle inspected – every situation requires the right steps and reliable decisions.
We support you in precisely these situations: from conducting driving tests, through assessing your fitness to drive via the medical-psychological assessment (MPU), right through to legally required vehicle inspections such as the annual general inspection.
In this way, we provide guidance throughout the process and give you a solid foundation for your next steps on the road.
On this page, you will find information on the following topics:
Get started on your driving licence, from the theory to the practical test. Here you’ll find all the services relating to driving licences, tests and extensions.
Theory test for a driving licence
Car driving licence (Class B, B96, BE)
Motorcycle driving licence (Categories A, A1, A2 and AM)
Lorry driving licence (Categories C1, C1E, C, CE)
The focus is on assessing fitness to drive. Find out more about the medical-psychological assessment (MPU), how to prepare for it, the assessment process itself, and all the steps involved in getting your driving licence back.
Medical-psychological assessment (MPU)
MPU counselling in person or online
MPU preparation
Proof of abstinence for the MPU (alcohol & drugs)
For road safety and compliance with legal requirements – from the annual general inspection and emissions test to technical inspections and approvals for your vehicle.
You can prepare effectively through your driving school and targeted training in both theory and practical skills. This will familiarise you with the exam content, typical questions and the exam procedure.
You can find information on preparation and the procedure here:
The theory and practical driving tests are conducted by recognised examination centres such as TÜV NORD. Appointments are usually arranged through your driving school, which registers you for the test with TÜV NORD and organises it.
You can find out the date and location via your driving school or the app
The MPU assesses whether you are once again fit to drive safely on the roads. It consists of several components, including a medical examination, performance tests and an interview with traffic psychologists.
You can find answers regarding the procedure, content and preparation here:
FAQs on the MPU and the procedure
The date for the annual roadworthiness test (HU) is set by law and can easily be found on the TÜV sticker on your number plate or in your vehicle documents. The number in the middle indicates the year, and the number above it indicates the month of the next test.
All the information on deadlines, the procedure and preparation
The costs depend on the specific service – such as a driving test, an MPU or a vehicle inspection.
Driving Licence & Vehicle
MPU (Medical-Psychological Assessment)
The costs for a medical-psychological assessment (MPU) are determined on a case-by-case basis and depend on the reason for the assessment. They generally range from 400 to 960 euros. You can find out the exact price for your case from TÜV NORD once the driving licence authority has determined the reason for the assessment.
Our team will be happy to help!
Driving licences and driving licence services
TÜV NORD Mobility
Service number for driving licence applicants:
0800 883 8667
You can contact us by email at: verkehr@tuev-nord.de
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