Vehicle inspection in Norway (2026)

Last reviewed: 7 November 2026

In short: A passenger car needs an approved EU-kontroll within 4 years of first registration, then every 2 years, at an approved workshop. A car past the deadline gets a prohibition of use and may be deregistered.

RuleWhat applies
First inspection of a new carVehicle inspectionA passenger car (M1, up to 7,500 kg) and a van (N1) must have an approved EU-kontroll within 4 years of the date of first registration. [1]
Inspection intervalVehicle inspectionAfter the first inspection, a passenger car (M1, up to 7,500 kg) must have an approved EU-kontroll at the latest every 2 years. [1]
Who carries out the testVehicle inspectionThe Norwegian Public Roads Administration does not carry out the EU-kontroll. It is booked and carried out at an approved workshop. [2]
Penalty for an overdue testVehicle inspectionA vehicle that is not approved by the deadline is driven unlawfully and gets a prohibition of use. It can be deregistered (plates removed) if stopped in a check. [3]
Foreign cars visitingVehicle inspection⚠ Not yet verified

Notes

  • The Statens vegvesen pages read cover Norwegian-registered cars only. A rule for visiting foreign cars was not confirmed.

Sources

  1. Statens vegvesen: Når kan du ta EU-kontroll? (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
  2. Statens vegvesen: Bestill kjøretøykontroll (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
  3. Statens vegvesen: Glemt EU-kontroll (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources

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