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Suspend Registration Only If You Truly Won’t Drive (14+ days)

Medium Priority
Vehicle Tax
Medium risk
Estimated Savings
€0 - €1,000

Suspending a vehicle (schorsing) can stop MRB for a period, but it’s high-friction and only realistic if you genuinely won’t use or park the vehicle on public roads. Treat this as a niche option (e.g. seasonal vehicles, restoration).

Where do you do this?

RDW
Belastingdienst

What did we assume?

These inputs are still unknown. Confirm them for a more accurate estimate.

Vehicle ownership

Action Steps

  1. 1Apply for "schorsing" at RDW
  2. 2Small fee (~€75/year) to suspend
  3. 3Vehicle cannot be used on public roads during suspension
  4. 4Also saves on insurance (APK not required)
  5. 5Re-activate when ready to use again
  6. 6Useful for seasonal vehicles, motorcycles, campers

Requirements

  • •Vehicle must stay off public roads entirely
  • •Cannot even be parked on public street

Calculate Your Savings

Suspend Registration Only If You Truly Won’t Drive ([[vehicle.suspensionMinDays]]+ days)

Suspending a vehicle (schorsing) can stop MRB for a period, but it’s high-friction and only realistic if you genuinely won’t use or park the vehicle on public roads. Treat this as a niche option (e.g. seasonal vehicles, restoration).

Adjust Your Situation:

100018003000

Calculation Breakdown

Base Amount
€900
Deductible Amount
€270
Tax Rate
30.0%
Annual Savings
€270
Petrol car MRB (estimate)€900
EV MRB (70% rate)€630
Deductible percentage:30.0%

Important to know:

  • • This calculation is an estimate based on 2026 tax rates
  • • Actual savings may vary depending on your total income
  • • Always consult a tax advisor for complex situations

Questions for Bas

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This information is for guidance only and should not be considered professional tax advice. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.