You have purchased a 3-year-old car for your own personal use. The vehicle roadworthiness test certificate is new. What is the time limit until the next roadworthiness test must be performed?

In Germany, passenger cars generally must undergo a roadworthiness test (Hauptuntersuchung) every 24 months after the initial inspection. Since your car is 3 years old but has a new roadworthiness test certificate, the next test is due 24 months after this new certificate. This rule helps ensure vehicles remain safe and environmentally compliant over time. The key point is that the timing is based on the date of the latest test, not the car’s age alone.