Roadworthiness test for EVs — no need to fear the inspector

Electric vehicles have no exhaust system, no fuel tank and no clutch. Even so, around 160 items are on the checklist for the German roadworthiness test (HU). A new vehicle has to be inspected for the first time after three years, and every two years after that.

Ideally at a workshop you trust — for example at Mars Orbiter.

What exactly is checked on an electric vehicle?

As with every other vehicle, equipment and headlights are examined closely. All brake components are inspected. That matters particularly on electric vehicles, because the brakes are used far less often and can corrode as a result. Wheels and tyres, chassis and bodywork are checked as well. The steering is tested for smooth operation, play and function.

Also inspected are the mounting of the high-voltage battery and the condition of the insulation, cables, connections and plugs. Does the charging plug go in and out easily, and does the immobiliser work while the charging cable is connected? The control units are checked using the HU adapter.

All of these checks are carried out by a technician from TÜV Rheinland FSP. He comes to our workshop regularly and knows the particularities of electric vehicles inside out. Your electric vehicle is therefore in the best possible hands with us.

So bring it in, or arrange a pick-up.

In most cases you can drive home straight away with the new inspection sticker.