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Updated : 12/2012

Formalities and documents

Formalities and documents

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How often must vehicles undergo roadworthiness tests in Estonia?

Every 1 to 3 years, depending on the category of vehicle.

The deadline for your next test is written in the vehicle's registration certificate.

Must a roadworthiness test be conducted each time a vehicle changes owners?

Yes.

Do the Estonian authorities require a roadworthiness test when a new resident from another EU/EFTA country registers their car?

Yes.

What does a roadworthiness test in Estonia typically consist of?

- Documentation check: driving licence and vehicle's registration certificate.

- Vehicle check: brakes, lights, wheels, visibility, axles, tyres.

If the vehicle is not in proper working order, the roadworthiness test must be repeated.

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