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All public RDW data of a Dutch car, plus low-emission zones and road tax.

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K-482-RT

Toyota Yaris

Demo plate

APK ValidOdometer: LogicalEuro 6d

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Vehicle

Vehicle
MakeToyota
Model nameYaris
Vehicle typePassenger car
BodyHatchback
ColourGrey
Seats5
Doors5
Power85 kW (116 hp)
Kerb weight1,135 kg
Empty weightUnknown

Dates and ownership

Dates and ownership
First registration14 March 2020
First registered in the Netherlands14 March 2020
Last change of owner2 August 2022 (4 yr 2 mo ago)
Third-party insuredYes

APK (MOT)

APK (MOT)
APK valid until14 March 2027 Valid

Odometer

Odometer
Odometer verdictLogical
Last odometer registrationUnknown

The recorded odometer readings rise logically. That is a good sign, not a guarantee: also ask for invoices and the service book.

Recall

Recall
Open recallNo

The RDW knows of no open recall. Manufacturers are not required to report every recall to the RDW. See recalls in the RDW plate check

Environment and low-emission zones

Environment and low-emission zones
FuelPetrol + Electricity
CO2 emissions87 g/km
Euro classEuro 6d
Energy labelA
Access to low-emission zones
ZoneAccessRule for passenger cars
AmsterdamAllowedDiesel Euro 4 and older barred
UtrechtAllowedDiesel Euro 4 and older barred
ArnhemAllowedDiesel Euro 4 and older barred
Den HaagAllowedDiesel Euro 3 and older barred

Entering a zone anyway costs a €130 fine. Source: milieuzones.nl

Road tax

€148 per quarter

€49 per month · estimate based on weight, fuel and province

All provinces
All provinces
Noord-Holland€145 per quarter
Overijssel€146 per quarter
Flevoland€147 per quarter
Zeeland€147 per quarter
Noord-Brabant€148 per quarter
Utrecht€148 per quarter
Limburg€149 per quarter
Drenthe€151 per quarter
Fryslân€151 per quarter
Groningen€153 per quarter
Gelderland€155 per quarter
Zuid-Holland€158 per quarter

Catalogue price and BPM

Catalogue price and BPM
Catalogue price€26,995
Gross BPM€1,689

What does the free plate check show?

Item What it tells you Why it matters
First registration and first registration in the Netherlands How old the car is and whether it was imported An import often has a shorter Dutch history
Last change of owner Since when the current owner has had the car If a car changes hands often, ask why
APK expiry Until when the car has passed its roadworthiness test If it expires soon, allow for the test and repairs
Odometer verdict Logical, not logical or no verdict A non-logical reading may point to a wound-back odometer
Recall Whether the RDW knows of an open recall The brand dealer usually fixes this free of charge
Euro class and fuel The emission class Decides whether you may enter a low-emission zone
Kerb weight The weight Sets the amount of road tax
Catalogue price and gross BPM The new price and BPM at registration Starting point for the car’s value

What does the odometer verdict mean?

The RDW records odometer readings, for example at servicing and the APK test, and checks whether they rise logically. A logical verdict is a good sign, not a guarantee. Not logical means a reading is lower than an earlier one or deviates strongly: ask for an explanation and proof. No verdict means there are too few readings, for example on a new or recently imported car. The NAP logo (Nationale Auto Pas) in ads refers to a logical odometer reading.

Which low-emission zones may the car enter?

For passenger cars, the Netherlands has diesel low-emission zones in Amsterdam, Arnhem, The Hague (Den Haag) and Utrecht. Diesels of Euro 4 or lower may not enter Amsterdam, Utrecht and Arnhem (Arnhem since 1 June 2026). The Hague bars diesels of Euro 3 or lower. Petrol, hybrid and electric passenger cars may enter. Driving into a zone anyway costs a €130 fine.

What is not in the free check?

The RDW open data is a snapshot. For the full history you need more:

Data Free plate check RDW vehicle report Paid history reports
Make, model, dates, catalogue price yes yes yes
APK expiry yes yes, plus APK history with repair and advice points usually
Odometer verdict yes yes yes
All recorded odometer readings no yes often
Number of owners no yes often
Status, such as export or scrapping no yes often
Damage history no no sometimes, from other sources

The RDW vehicle report is free, but only the owner or keeper can request it with DigiD. Buying a car? Ask the seller for that report. In doubt about the car’s condition? Book a pre-purchase inspection.

Frequently asked questions

Is the plate check really free?

Yes. We show the public data from the RDW open data, without an account and at no cost. Your browser fetches the data directly from the RDW; we do not store the plate.

Can I see how many owners a car has had?

Not in the open data. You do see the date of the last change of owner: since when the current owner has had the car. The number of owners is in the RDW vehicle report, which the owner can request for free with DigiD. Ask the seller for it.

What should I do about an open recall?

Have it carried out by a dealer of the brand; that is usually free. If you are buying the car, ask whether the recall has been done. Manufacturers are not required to report every recall to the RDW, so if in doubt, also ask the brand dealer.

How accurate is the road tax in the check?

It is an estimate based on the kerb weight, fuel and province, using this year’s rates. Special situations, such as a diesel without a particulate filter or a classic car, can change the amount. Work those out with the road tax calculator.

Sources

  1. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen
  2. RDW: Tips bij aankoop van een voertuig
  3. RDW: Voertuigrapport aanvragen
  4. RDW: Kilometerstand controleren
  5. Milieuzones.nl
  6. ANWB: Wegenbelasting