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If you buy a trailer tent – new or used – you may be wondering: does a trailer tent actually need to be inspected? What about the MOT, registration, insurance or technical inspection? In this article we give you a clear overview of the rules in the Netherlands and practical tips to get on the road safely with your tent trailer.
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MOT inspection: not required for a trailer tent
APK inspection for a folding trailer:
A folding trailer does not need APK inspection because it is not a motor vehicle. The APK (General Periodic Inspection) is only mandatory for cars, motorcycles and heavier trailers above a certain weight.
Thus:
You do not need to have a Holtkamper trailer tent inspected annually or periodically.
When is a license plate yes required?
It depends on the maximum allowable weight (MTM) of the trailer tent:
- Permitted maximum weight (MTM of folding trailer) lower than 750 kg:
➤ No need for your own license plate
➤ You use a white license plate with the license plate of your car
- Permitted maximum weight (MTM of folding trailer) higher than 750 kg:
➤ The folding trailer has its own registration certificate and yellow license plate
➤ You must put it in your name with the RDW (when buying or transferring)
Please note: many Holtkamper models are just below or just above this limit. Our specialists will be happy to tell you what applies to your Holtkamper trailer tent.
If you buy a trailer tent – new or used – you may be wondering: does a trailer tent actually need to be inspected? What about the APK, registration, insurance or technical inspection? In this article we give you a clear overview of the rules in the Netherlands and practical tips to get on the road safely with your tent trailer.
Technical inspection: wise in used trailer purchase.
Even though there is no mandatory inspection, it is wise to have your trailer tent checked periodically, especially at:
- Intensive use (many miles, frequent mounting and dismounting)
- Older or used models
- Longer trips (especially to mountainous areas)
For example, have your tires, brakes, lights, gas system and overrun brake checked. That way you can avoid surprises on the road.
Holtkamper stands for quality and safety.
Are you buying a new trailer tent from Holtkamper? Then you can be sure that everything is technically in order. Our trailer tents are built with durable materials, extensively tested and are ready for years of camping fun.
With pre-owned models from our collection, we perform a thorough technical inspection as standard before delivery.
There are caravan insurance policies that require replacement of tires after, say, 6 years. In that case, pay close attention to the DOT code on the tires.
It is recommended to replace the gas hose every 5 years. Check the date on the gas hose when purchasing a used trailer.
Summary:
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Does a trailer tent need to be MOT inspected? |
❌ No |
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Is a private license plate required? |
✅ O nly for MTM ≥ 750 kg. |
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Is technical control wise? |
✅ Yes, especially with heavy use or second-hand |
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Does Holtkamper provide inspections or checks? |
✅ Yes, upon trade-in and delivery |
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Carefree travel with Holtkamper – without inspection, but with certainty.
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