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Application for registration of classic car license plates

Description

Classic cars can be vehicles that were first registered 30 years ago (or earlier). This depends on the date of the first registration. Such vehicles, which are as far as possible in their original condition and in good condition, are motor vehicle cultural assets.

Classic cars are not intended for everyday use. However, there are historic vehicles with which you can take part in road traffic without restriction. These vehicles have an "H" in the last position of the license plate.

There is also the red classic car license plate. This begins with "07" and can be used for several classic cars and for the following purposes:

Arrivals and departures as well as participation in events that serve the presentation of vintage vehicles and the "maintenance of motor vehicle cultural assets"
Test, trial and transfer journeys with classic cars
Journeys for the maintenance and repair of classic cars

Note:Historic vehicles with a corresponding license plate are tax-privileged. They are subject to a flat-rate vehicle tax.

Prerequisites

The main requirements for the allocation of a classic car license plate are

first registration at least 30 years ago
good, largely original condition of the vehicle
Qualified expert opinion that proves the characteristics of a classic car

Additional requirements are:

You must not have any outstanding fees and expenses from previous registration processes.
If you have overdue payments of more than 30 euros, the registration authority may not register your vehicle until you have paid them. If the arrears are less than 30 euros, the registration authority can decide whether or not to register the vehicle.
You must not have vehicle tax debts of five euros or more. Late payment penalties, interest and late payment penalties are also taken into account when calculating the amount.
If someone is to represent you when registering your vehicle, you must give this person written authorization. This must also contain a declaration of consent that the registration authority may inform the authorized person about overdue fees and expenses. Your representative must present the power of attorney and identify themselves.

Required documents

An application in connection with classic car license plates can trigger various registration processes.

Fees (costs)

Fees are charged according to administrative costs. As the application in connection with classic car license plates can trigger various registration processes, the fees depend on your individual case.

Responsible body

Please contact the responsible licensing authority.

Procedure

You or your representative must apply for the registration of your vehicle as a classic car at the responsible registration authority. The same applies to re-registration, deregistration and re-registration.

Depending on the services offered by your registration authority, you may be able to download a form or use an online service via the Internet.

The registration authority may require you to present the vehicle.

The registration authority will assign a license plate to your vehicle and affix the stickers (main inspection and stamp sticker).

Tip: You can obtain license plates from private providers, which you will usually find near the registration authorities.