Do I have to take my car to the inspection myself?

Yes, as the driver you must take the car to the inspection yourself. A garage or dealer will not do this for you.

Step-by-step plan

• Check in time when you need to go
• Check how the payment is arranged
• Schedule your own appointment
• Prepare the documents and the vehicle
• Go to the inspection centre yourself and mention “lease vehicle”
• After the inspection: keep the certificate and take any required actions
• Cost handling (usually via the leasing company) / possible reimbursement

Additional information

• General guideline: first inspection usually 4 years after first registration, then annually.
• Note: the invitation is sent to the owner (the leasing company). In most cases they send a notification, but the final responsibility lies with the driver. Fines are therefore always at the employee’s expense.
• Standard: payment by the leasing company (direct invoicing or inspection voucher).
• Book online/by phone at an approved inspection station or join the queue without appointment (watch out for waiting times!).
• Tip: some inspection centres provide live images online so you can monitor the queue.
• Bring: registration certificate, insurance certificate (green card), C.O.C. (certificate of conformity), invitation (if received).
• Minimum vehicle check tip: lights, wipers/washer fluid, tyre tread & pressure, licence plates present and legible. Don’t forget to keep the following within reach: valid fire extinguisher, warning triangle, hi-vis vest in the vehicle.
• At the counter, say that it is a lease vehicle and show any inspection voucher.
• Keep the inspection certificate and, if applicable, the sticker in the vehicle.
• Remark/rejection? Immediately book a repair appointment and plan a re-inspection within the imposed deadline.
• For a timely, regular inspection you generally do not pay as a driver. If you did pay, you may submit the receipt via the leasing company. If that doesn’t work, inform Mobilitypower. If you receive a fine for a late inspection, the cost will most likely be charged to you.