Many people in the Netherlands own a classic car. This can be a fun hobby, but also a costly affair. A new scheme has been created for classic cars aged 50 or older in the Netherlands. From 1 January 2021, a classic car owner is no longer required to have his classic car aged 50 or older inspected. Minister van Nieuwenhuizen of Infrastructure and Water Management recently decided this. The reason for the abolition of the MOT inspection of these old vehicles is to reduce the costs for oldtimer owners. In the Netherlands there was already an exemption from MOT for old-timers from before 1960.

Minister Van Nieuwenhuizen: “Oldtimers are often in the hands of true enthusiasts. They pay a lot of attention to the maintenance of their vehicle and use it relatively little on the road. In order not to unnecessarily impose costs on the owners, they will no longer have to go to the garage for a mandatory inspection if their vehicle is 50 years or older. ”

An oldtimer is a vehicle of which the model is no longer made. Owners of vehicles aged 50 or older will receive an exemption letter at home on the RDW mat from 1 January. From 1 January, it is no longer about the 'date of birth' of the vehicle, but about the age of 50 years or older. There is an exception, taxis, public transport cars and ADR vehicles of 50 years or older are still required to undergo an MOT inspection. The reason for this is the function of this type of vehicle.

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