Can the project proceed?
Review the available evidence and identify technical obstacles that may affect German approval and registration.
MCLIEG · Pre-import vehicle assessment
Vehicles from outside Europe.
A clear plan for Germany.
Importing a vehicle from China, Japan, South Korea or another country outside Europe? Establish the technical requirements, German approval pathway and estimated landed costs before purchase or shipment.
Our service is dedicated to vehicle imports into Germany and is based on German approval and registration requirements. Each vehicle and technical version is assessed individually.
- For
- International vehicle exporters · Importers in Germany
- Based on
- Vehicle identity, source country and technical version
- Deliverable
- A written MCLIEG pre-assessment report
Three questions to resolve before purchase or shipment.
What needs to be prepared?
Identify missing documents, matters requiring verification and anticipated rectification work.
What investment is expected?
Map estimated duties, taxes, modifications, approval and registration costs, with the assumptions and uncertainties made clear.
Assessment scope
The review is tailored to the vehicle category, source country, powertrain, available evidence and German requirements.
Vehicle identity & consistency
VIN, make, model, version, registration details, first registration date, mileage and document completeness.
Approval information & pathways
CoC, EU type-approval information and other technical documents, with an assessment of possible German approval pathways.
Powertrain & technical risks
Emissions, CO₂ and OBD where applicable, plus charging and high-voltage documentation for electric and hybrid vehicles.
Components & rectification
Review of supplied photographs and documents for lighting, glazing, seat belts, tyres and associated rectification risks.
Import & landed costs
Estimated duties, taxes, testing, approval, modifications, registration and plates; one-off and recurring annual costs are distinguished.
Use & commercial risks
Identify potential charging, software, warranty, parts and insurance issues affecting use or resale. Any specialist verification is scoped separately.
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A written basis for your import decision.
MCLIEG reviews the evidence and sets out the approval pathway, required documents, rectification work and estimated costs, giving you concrete next steps for the import decision.
- Report number, VIN, destination, issue date and version
- Evidence reviewed, key assumptions and missing documents
- Technical risks, approval pathway and rectification checklist
- Estimated landed costs and the basis of the estimates
- Final assessment and recommended next steps
A conclusion with explicit conditions
- Proceed recommended
- Proceed subject to conditions
- Not currently recommended
- Insufficient evidence to conclude
The report records the reviewed evidence and the conditions for proceeding. Physical testing and final registration are handled by the relevant German bodies. Costs and taxes are estimates, subject to actual services and official assessment.
From first email to final report
- 01
Email your enquiry
Describe the vehicle, source country and planned import into Germany. Request the vehicle information form, service description and fee documents.
- 02
Agree the scope
Confirm eligibility, required evidence and quotation, then accept the engagement and pay the agreed service fee.
- 03
Review & assessment
MCLIEG reviews vehicle documents, technical risks, approval pathways and estimated costs, and identifies missing evidence and rectification items.
- 04
Re-review & report
MCLIEG completes the agreed re-review and issues the pre-assessment report with concrete next steps.
Estimated 10–14 working days
Starting after full payment of the agreed service fee and confirmation that required documents are complete. Missing evidence, additional testing or scope changes may affect timing, subject to the engagement terms.
The next stage is scoped to your project.
If you decide to proceed, enquire about coordination of rectification, transport, customs, testing and registration. Availability, responsibilities and pricing are confirmed separately after reviewing the project conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Which country does MCLIEG serve?
MCLIEG specialises in pre-import assessment and subsequent project coordination for vehicles entering Germany. The work follows German approval and registration requirements. After German registration, vehicles with valid insurance and the required documents can travel in other EU countries under applicable rules. Long-term use or re-registration in another country requires the relevant local formalities.
How do I obtain pricing?
Email info@mclieg.nl to request the service description and fee documents. After reviewing your vehicle and project information, we confirm the scope, quotation and applicable tax treatment before engagement.
Are actual import and registration costs included?
Assessment fees and actual expenditure are listed separately. Third-party testing, approval, technical data, modifications, transport, taxes and registration are additional. Extra paid work arranged by us requires prior confirmation.
How are re-reviews and additional work handled?
The standard service includes an initial assessment, one re-review following rectification and a final report. Further reviews or material technical-version changes follow the fee documents and a quotation agreed in advance.
Can I enquire without a VIN?
Yes. Start with the make, model, technical version and source country. A formal assessment of a specific vehicle requires its VIN and supporting evidence; conclusions apply to the vehicle and evidence reviewed.
How does the assessment help with German registration?
Before purchase or shipment, MCLIEG reviews the technical documents and identifies issues affecting German approval and registration. The report sets out the approval pathway, rectification requirements, missing documents and estimated costs. For vehicles ready to progress, it gives the next implementation steps; where major obstacles exist, it identifies them early to help reduce avoidable purchase, transport and arrival costs. Final registration is handled by the German authorities on the basis of vehicle testing and the required documents.
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Tell us about your vehicle.
Email info@mclieg.nl to request the vehicle information form, service description and fee documents. No account is needed to enquire.
info@mclieg.nlThe button opens your email application. You can also copy the address and send from your preferred email service.
Already working with us? Client portal- Company, contact person and contact details
- Make, model, technical version and powertrain
- New or used, intended quantity and current location
- Source/export country and country of manufacture, if known
- VIN, technical documents and timing for import into Germany, if available