Initial approval or annual inspection
When booking, state whether you need initial VAK/ADR vehicle approval or the annual inspection for renewal of the approval certificate. Provide the vehicle type and any VAK/ADR class.
What is included?
- Check of vehicle identification and approval documents.
- Inspection of structures and equipment required for the vehicle class.
- Assessment of the conditions for approval or renewal.
- Inspection result and any required next steps.
What happens during your visit
Tell us your situation
Provide the registration number or VIN and the service you need.
Provide the basic details
Current VAK/ADR approval certificate, if available.
Agree on time and price
Choose a suitable station on this page and agree on the inspection contents before your visit.
Keep the documents
Keep the inspection results and any follow-up instructions.
Before your visit
What to bring?
- Vehicle to be inspected and its registration details.
- Current VAK/ADR approval certificate, if available.
Depending on the situation, also bring
- Tank inspection documents and technical certificates according to vehicle type.
- Documentation of modifications or repairs.
Vehicle inspection, tank inspection and ADR driver permit are separate matters
A VAK/ADR vehicle inspection concerns the vehicle's technical requirements. Tank inspection and ADR driver training are separate services, although relevant tank documents may be required for the vehicle inspection.