Yellow license plate moped
There are two types of license plates for a moped: a yellow license plate and a blue license plate. Are you wondering if you need a yellow or a blue license plate for your moped? It depends on the type of moped you drive and what the maximum speed of the vehicle is. To make the difference clear, we explain here how fast you can drive with a yellow license plate and what the difference is with a blue license plate.
How fast can I drive a moped with a yellow license plate?
On a moped with a yellow license plate, you are allowed to drive 45 kilometers per hour. A yellow license plate usually has a black border and black letters. When riding a moped with a yellow license plate, you must always wear a helmet. In addition, with a yellow license plate, you usually ride in built-up areas on the carriageway between cars instead of on the bike path. You are also required to have moped insurance. This must have at least third-party coverage, but you can also opt for more extensive coverage.
What is the difference between a yellow and blue license plate?
The main difference between a moped with a yellow license plate and a moped with a blue license plate is the maximum speed. This is because a moped with a blue license plate has a maximum speed of 25 kilometers per hour. In addition, a driver of a moped with a blue license plate is not required to wear a helmet. Also, this driver usually rides on the bike path instead of the roadway. What is the same, however, is that you must have at least an AM license and you are required to have moped insurance.
How can I apply for a yellow license plate?
You can apply for a yellow license plate through the RDW. Before the RDW issues a license plate, your moped must first be inspected. During this inspection, they check whether the moped complies with the rules for driving on public roads and check the technical condition of the moped. So make an inspection appointment first. Then you can apply for a one-day registration plate. With a one-day license plate you can drive to the inspection station on the day of the inspection.
Within 5 working days after the inspection, you will receive the registration card by mail. One business day later, you will receive a letter with the registration code. Once the license plate is in your name, you must fulfill the obligations of a licensee. You must take out moped insurance and make sure your moped has a yellow license plate. You must purchase this license plate yourself from a license plate manufacturer approved by the RDW. Please note that prices may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, as they are allowed to set the price themselves.
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