Plenary report, 14 April 2026
On the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the registration documents for vehicles and vehicle registration data recorded in national vehicle registers and repealing Council Directive 1999/37/EC
Report A-10-2026-0089 · (COM(2025)0179 – C100073/2025 – 2025/0096(COD))
Committee on Transport and Tourism · Rapporteur: Johan Danielsson
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Draft european parliament legislative resolution 241 paragraphs
on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the registration documents for vehicles and vehicle registration data recorded in national vehicle registers and repealing Council Directive 1999/37/EC
(COM(2025)0179 – C100073/2025 – 2025/0096(COD))
(Ordinary legislative procedure: first reading)
The European Parliament,
–having regard to the Commission proposal to Parliament and the Council (COM(2025)0179),
–having regard to Article 294(2) and Article 91(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Commission submitted the proposal to Parliament (C100073/2025),
–having regard to Article 294(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
–having regard to Rule 60 of its Rules of Procedure,
–having regard to the opinion of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection,
–having regard to the report of the Committee on Transport and Tourism (A10-0089/2026),
1.Adopts its position at first reading hereinafter set out;
2.Calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal;
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3.Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.
Amendment 1
Proposal for a directive
Recital 4
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| (4) Harmonisation of the registration certificates and the sharing of information recorded in the vehicle register will also facilitate the re-registering of vehicles that have previously been registered in another Member State, and will contribute to the proper functioning of the internal market. | (4) Harmonisation of the registration certificates and the sharing of information recorded in the vehicle register will also facilitate the re-registering of vehicles that have previously been registered in another Member State, and will contribute to the proper functioning of the internal market and to stronger consumer protection through greater transparency and reliability of vehicle data. |
Amendment 2
Proposal for a directive
Recital 5
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| (5) To take account of the need for digitalisation, to strengthen Union competitiveness and to reduce administrative burdens, both physical and mobile registration certificates should be harmonised. Such certificates should be fully equivalent and contain exactly the same information. | (5) To take account of the need for digitalisation, to strengthen Union competitiveness and to reduce administrative burdens, both physical and mobile registration certificates should be harmonised. Such certificates should be fully equivalent and contain exactly the same information. The transition in the format of vehicle registration documents should take account of the needs of citizens who could face barriers in using digital tools, and it should guarantee that they are not placed at a disadvantage when complying with administrative requirements. Member States should ensure that the transition to mobile registration certificates does not disadvantage citizens without adequate digital access or skills, including people with disabilities, the elderly, or low-income individuals. |
Amendment 3
Proposal for a directive
Recital 5 a (new)
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| (5a) Differences in the content, structure and quality of vehicle registration data across Member States weaken enforcement, hinder efforts to combat fraud and affect the functioning of the internal market. Harmonised and up-to-date registration data are therefore needed to ensure legal certainty and the fair cross-border circulation of vehicles. |
Amendment 4
Proposal for a directive
Recital 7
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| (7) The digital transformation is one of the Union’s priorities. It is important to remove the remaining barriers, including the administrative burden associated with the re-registration of vehicles. This can impede the free movement of people, and their right to circulate freely within the Union and to take up residence in a Member State other than the one where their vehicle is currently registered. Therefore, as from [date of entry into force + 4 years], mobile registration certificates should be issued by default without affecting the applicant’s right to also request a physical registration certificate. To ensure interoperability of mobile registration certificates across the Union, technical specifications for those certificates should be set out. This will also make it possible to ensure vehicle registration certificates can be checked and verified. | (7) The digital transformation is one of the Union’s priorities. It is important to remove the remaining barriers, including the administrative burden associated with the re-registration of vehicles. This can impede the free movement of people, and their right to circulate freely within the Union and to take up residence in a Member State other than the one where their vehicle is currently registered. Therefore, as from [date of entry into force + 3 years], mobile registration certificates should be issued by default without affecting the applicant’s right to also request a physical registration certificate through a simple and user-friendly procedure, recognising the importance of accessibility and digital inclusion for all members of society. To ensure interoperability of mobile registration certificates across the Union, technical specifications for those certificates should be set out. This will also make it possible to ensure vehicle registration certificates can be checked and verified, while ensuring harmonised implementation of those provisions and data safety for citizens. |
Amendment 5
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9
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| (9) To facilitate cross-border movements, in particular the re-registration of vehicles, Member States should electronically record all required data on all vehicles registered in their territory and keep that data up to date at all times. That data will help: improve the accuracy of vehicle registers; ensure better law enforcement; combat vehicle fraud and theft; improve the exchange of information between Member States; and facilitate checking the status of vehicles due for export. | (9) In order to ensure that vehicles remain safe and are in compliance with relevant provisions throughout their lifecycle and to facilitate cross-border movements, in particular the re-registration of vehicles, Member States should electronically record all required data on all vehicles registered in their territory and keep that data up to date at all times. Reliable, complete and interoperable vehicle data will help: improve the accuracy of vehicle registers; ensure better law enforcement; combat vehicle fraud and theft to the benefit of Union citizens, leveraging technology and data exchange to target criminal activity and help in the fight against fraud and crime linked to the purchase and sale of vehicles; support the enforcement of safety rules in line with the Union’s Safe System approach; improve the exchange of information between Member States; and facilitate checking the status of vehicles due for export. |
Amendment 6
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9 a (new)
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| (9a) Incomplete or unreliable vehicle registration data facilitate fraudulent practices, including in the second-hand vehicle market, and undermine trust in cross-border vehicle transactions. |
Amendment 7
Proposal for a directive
Recital 14
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| (14) When re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should, during a transitional period, require Part I of the physical registration certificate to be submitted. However, to facilitate free movement of people and to reduce the administrative burden, the competent authorities should also be allowed to accept the presentation of the mobile registration certificate during that period, if it was issued. After the transitional period, when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should accept both Part I of the physical registration certificate and the presentation of the mobile registration certificate. | (14) When re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should, during a transitional period, require Part I of the physical registration certificate to be submitted. However, to facilitate free movement of people and to reduce the administrative burden, the competent authorities should also be allowed to accept the presentation of the mobile registration certificate during that period, if it was issued. After the transitional period, when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should accept either Part I of the physical registration certificate or the presentation of the mobile registration certificate. In order to ensure compliance with national safety and environmental standards in accordance with Regulations (EU) 2018/8581a, (EU) No 167/2013 and (EU) No 168/2013, Member States should be able to decide that mutual recognition does not apply to vehicles that have not been granted EU type-approval or EU individual approval. |
| 1a Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 May 2018 on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, amending Regulations (EC) No 715/2007 and (EC) No 595/2009 and repealing Directive 2007/46/EC (OJ L 151, 14.6.2018, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2018/858/oj). |
Amendment 8
Proposal for a directive
Recital 14 a (new)
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| (14a) Odometer manipulation remains a widespread form of consumer fraud in the second-hand vehicle market, particularly in cross-border transactions. Accurate, timely and interoperable recording and cross-border exchange of odometer readings throughout a vehicle’s lifetime is therefore essential to enhance consumer protection, road safety and trust in the internal market. |
Amendment 9
Proposal for a directive
Recital 18
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| (18) In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Directive, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission to specify: interoperability features and security measures applicable to the QR codes introduced on physical registration certificates; the interoperability, security and testing of mobile registration certificates; including verification features and the interface with national systems; relevant data from the certificate of conformity in electronic format as provided for in Article 37 of Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council7 ; the necessary arrangements for implementing the functionalities of the MOVE-HUB electronic system; and the format of data to be communicated by Member States to the Commission through the e-platform. Those powers should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council8 . | (18) In order to ensure uniform conditions for the implementation of this Directive, implementing powers should be conferred on the Commission to specify: interoperability features and security measures applicable to the QR codes introduced on physical registration certificates; the interoperability, security and testing of mobile registration certificates; including verification features and the interface with national systems; relevant data from the certificate of conformity in electronic format as provided for in Article 37 of Regulation (EU) 2018/858; the necessary arrangements for implementing the functionalities of the MOVE-HUB electronic system; and the format of data to be communicated by Member States to the Commission through the e-platform. In exercising those powers, the Commission should ensure that MOVE-Hub, a Commission-managed electronic system supporting the exchange of vehicle registration data, is interoperable and allows Member States to continue using third party platforms, such as the European Car and Driving Licence Information System (EUCARIS). Those powers should be exercised in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council8 . |
| 7 (7)Regulation (EU) 2018/858 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 30 May 2018 on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles, amending Regulations (EC) No 715/2007 and (EC) No 595/2009 and repealing Directive 2007/46/EC (OJ L 151, 14.6.2018, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2018/858/oj). | |
| 8 (8)Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission’s exercise of implementing powers (OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2011/182/oj). | 8 Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission’s exercise of implementing powers (OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2011/182/oj). |
Amendment 10
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19
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| (19) To combat fraud and the illegal trade in stolen vehicles, Member States should assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. This should include providing access to relevant registration data and roadworthiness information, including suspensions, to the registration authorities in other Member States. | (19) To combat fraud, dubious practices in the second-hand car trade and the illegal trade in stolen vehicles, Member States should assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. This should include providing access to relevant registration data and roadworthiness information, including suspensions, to the registration authorities in other Member States. |
Amendment 11
Proposal for a directive
Recital 20
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| (20) To facilitate the exchange of data, Member States should interconnect their vehicle registers and electronic systems on roadworthiness certificates with the Commission’s MOVE-HUB system, so that competent authorities are able to consult the register of another Member State in real time. | (20) To facilitate the exchange of data, Member States should interconnect their vehicle registers and electronic systems on roadworthiness certificates with the Commission’s MOVE-HUB system, so that competent authorities are able to consult the register of another Member State in real time. In order to ensure the effective functioning of those registers for enforcement purposes, Member States should endeavour to provide for adequate investment in their IT infrastructure so as to ensure the reliability, stability and continuous availability of interconnections and to prevent connectivity failures. |
Amendment 12
Proposal for a directive
Recital 22
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| (22) The objectives of this Directive, namely the achievement of a harmonised Union vehicle registration framework, cannot be sufficiently achieved by the Member States acting alone. This is because national rules governing registration documents, registration data and cooperation with other Member States would lead to requirements so diverse that the level of road safety and free movement of people intended by those harmonised rules could not be achieved. Consequently, such objectives are better achieved at Union level. Therefore, the Union may adopt measures, in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity set out in Article 5 of the Treaty. In accordance with the principle of proportionality as set out in that Article, this Directive does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives. | (22) The objectives of this Directive, namely the achievement of a harmonised Union vehicle registration framework, cannot be sufficiently achieved by the Member States acting alone. This is because national rules governing registration documents, registration data and cooperation with other Member States would lead to requirements so diverse that the level of road safety and free movement of people intended by those harmonised rules could not be achieved. Consequently, such objectives are better achieved at Union level. Therefore, the Union may adopt measures, in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity set out in Article 5 of the Treaty. In accordance with the principle of proportionality as set out in that Article, this Directive does not go beyond what is necessary to achieve those objectives. Member States and the Commission should ensure that all provisions in this Directive are implemented in a streamlined manner and with as little administrative burden on citizens as possible. |
Amendment 13
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 7 a (new)
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| (7a) ‘temporary de-registration’ means a limited period of time that is defined by the Member State in which a vehicle is not authorised by a Member State to be used in road traffic, remains identifiable in the national register of the Member State and its legal status continues to be traceable during the period in which it is not authorised for use on public roads; |
Amendment 14
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 7 b (new)
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| (7b) 'cancellation of a registration' means the permanent cancellation of a Member State's authorisation for a vehicle to be used in road traffic, for the reasons specified in Article 6(1), second subparagraph, point (g). |
Amendment 15
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 2
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| 2. A vehicle shall not be the subject of more than one registration certificate, except as set out in paragraphs 4 and 5. However, a mobile registration certificate may be displayed on several mobile devices. | 2. A vehicle shall not be the subject of more than one registration certificate at the same time, except as set out in paragraphs 4 and 5. However, a mobile registration certificate may be displayed on several mobile devices. |
Amendment 16
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 3
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| 3. Until [entry into force + 4 years], Member States shall issue physical registration certificates. They may also issue mobile registration certificates in addition to the physical certificates. | 3. Until [entry into force + 3 years], Member States shall issue physical registration certificates. They may also issue mobile registration certificates in addition to the physical certificates. |
Amendment 17
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 4
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| 4. With effect from [entry into force + 4 years + 1 day], Member States shall only issue mobile registration certificates. However, upon request of the applicant, Member States shall also issue a physical registration certificate. | 4. With effect from [entry into force + 3 years + 1 day], Member States shall only issue mobile registration certificates. Upon request of the applicant, Member States shall also issue a physical registration certificate without undue delay. Member States shall ensure that the procedures for obtaining a physical registration certificate are simple and user-friendly, and that applicants can fulfil their registration obligations effectively, regardless of their level of digital access. |
Amendment 18
Proposal for a directive
Article 4 – paragraph 4
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| 4. Member States may decide to print a QR code on the physical registration certificates in paper format which they issue. The QR code shall allow the verification of the authenticity of the information reported on the physical registration certificate. | 4. Member States shall include one or more QR codes on the physical registration certificates in paper format which they issue. The QR code shall allow the verification of the authenticity of the information reported on the physical registration certificate. |
Amendment 19
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. Mobile registration certificates shall comply with the specifications in Annex III. | 1. Mobile registration certificates shall comply with the specifications in in the implementing acts referred to in paragraph 4. |
Amendment 20
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
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| (a) to retrieve and store data to verify the authorisation of the vehicle to be used in road traffic; | (a) to retrieve and store data to verify the validity, correctness and completeness of the authorisation of the vehicle to be used in road traffic; |
Amendment 21
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 4. By [entry into force + 2 years], the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down detailed provisions concerning the technical specifications of mobile registration certificates, including verification features and the interface with national systems, and procedures for notifying trusted issuers of mobile registration certificates. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). | 4. By [entry into force + 1 year] at the latest, the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down detailed provisions concerning the technical specifications of mobile registration certificates, consistent with ISO/IEC TS 7367 [date/version to be added once the standard is published], including verification features and the interface with national systems, and procedures for notifying trusted issuers of mobile registration certificates including specifications concerning vehicles used by multiple drivers. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). Mobile registration certificates for the purpose of this Directive shall only be issued once the Commission has adopted the relevant implementing acts. |
Amendment 22
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 4 a (new)
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| 4a. Without prejudice to paragraph 1, Member States that have already introduced mobile registration certificates may bilaterally recognise the already issued certificates. |
Amendment 23
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point a
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| (a) relevant data from the certificate of conformity in electronic format as provided for in Article 37 of Regulation (EU) 2018/858. | (a) relevant data from the certificate of conformity, including data on automated functions, in electronic format as provided for in Article 37 of Regulation (EU) 2018/858. |
Amendment 24
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point e
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| (e) information on any change to the ownership of vehicles, including vehicles which are not authorised to be used in road traffic due to suspension in accordance with Article 8, or due to the temporary de-registration of the vehicle; | (e) information on any change to the ownership of vehicles and the holder of the registration certificate, including vehicles which are not authorised to be used in road traffic due to suspension in accordance with Article 8, or due to the temporary de-registration of the vehicle or due to the cancellation of a registration of the vehicle; |
Amendment 25
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point f
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| (f) the country where the vehicle was registered for the first time; | (f) the date and the country where the vehicle was registered for the first time, except where the vehicle is classified as a vehicle of historic interest in accordance with Directive 2014/45/EU and the information is unavailable; |
Amendment 26
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point g – point iv
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| (iv) has been stolen or otherwise unlawfully taken over, as confirmed by a police report issued to the last vehicle owner; | (iv) has been stolen or otherwise unlawfully taken over, as confirmed by a police report issued to the last registration certificate holder and the last vehicle owner; |
Amendment 27
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2 a. Holders of a vehicle shall be granted free digital access to their vehicle-related data in the vehicle register. |
Amendment 28
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 2 b (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2b. Member States shall ensure that holders of registration certificates or vehicle owners are able to request the correction of inaccurate mobile certificate data through a simple electronic procedure. Such requests shall be duly substantiated. Member States shall provide for measures to ensure that these requests are processed and resolved swiftly, once the competent authority has verified the evidence. |
Amendment 29
Proposal for a directive
Article 7 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| Member States shall ensure that the personal data necessary for the verification of the information reported on the physical registration certificate or mobile registration certificate are not retained by the verifier, unless retention is authorised by Union or national law. They shall also ensure that the issuing authority of the registration certificate is not notified about the verification process of physical vehicle registration certificates, and that it processes the information received through the notification only for the purpose of responding to the verification request for mobile vehicle registration certificates. | Member States shall ensure that the personal data necessary for the verification of the information reported on the physical registration certificate or mobile registration certificate are not retained by the verifier, unless retention is authorised by Union or national law. They shall also ensure that the issuing authority of the registration certificate is not notified about the verification process of physical vehicle registration certificates, and that it processes the information received through the notification only for the purpose of responding to the verification request for mobile vehicle registration certificates and that this information shall not be subject to further processing beyond verification purposes. |
Amendment 30
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – title
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| Suspension of registration |
Amendment 31
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2. The suspension shall be effective until the vehicle has passed a new roadworthiness test. On successful completion of the roadworthiness test, the competent authority shall without delay re-authorise the use of the vehicle in road traffic, and the end of the suspension shall be electronically recorded in the vehicle register. No new process of registration shall be necessary. | 2. The suspension shall be effective until the vehicle has passed a new roadworthiness test. On successful completion of the roadworthiness test, the competent authority shall without delay withdraw the suspension of the vehicle in road traffic, and the end of the suspension shall be electronically recorded in the vehicle register. No new process of registration shall be necessary. |
Amendment 32
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 3. Member States may adopt measures to facilitate the retesting of a vehicle the authorisation of which for use in road traffic has been suspended. Those measures may include the grant of permission to travel on public roads between a place of repair and a test centre for the purpose of a roadworthiness test. | 3. Member States shall adopt measures to facilitate the retesting of a vehicle the authorisation of which for use in road traffic has been suspended. Those measures shall at least include the grant of permission to travel on public roads between a place of repair and a test centre for the purpose of a roadworthiness test. |
Amendment 33
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 4 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 4a. Member States that provide for a possibility of temporary de-registration of vehicles in their national legislation shall: | |
| (a) set out a maximum period for which such de-registration may be granted, but not longer than four years; | |
| (b) ensure that renewals of temporary de-registration, are granted only for a defined and limited period and only where it can be ascertained that the de-registered vehicle still exists; | |
| (c) adopt adequate measures to ensure that the whereabouts of the vehicle are known until the vehicle is re-registered or the registration is cancelled, such as an obligation for the owner and, or holder of a de-registered vehicle to report on changes of ownership and, or status of holder of the vehicle to the competent authority during the period which the vehicle is temporarily de-registered; that information on change of ownership and, or status of holder of the vehicle shall be recorded in the vehicle register. |
Amendment 34
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. A physical registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 4 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic or for its re-registration in another Member State. | 1. A physical registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 4 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic and for its re-registration in another Member State. |
Amendment 35
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2. A mobile registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 5 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic or for its re-registration in another Member State with effect from [entry into force + 4 years + 1 day]. | 2. A mobile registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 5 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic and for its re-registration in another Member State with effect from [entry into force + 3 years + 1 day]. |
Amendment 36
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2a. Without prejudice to paragraphs 1 and 2 on the recognition by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic, Member States may decide not to recognise registration certificates for the purpose of re-registration of vehicles which have not been granted an EU type approval in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2018/858, Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 or Regulation (EU) No 168/2013, or granted an EU individual approval in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2018/858. |
Amendment 37
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 1. Until [date of entry into force + 4 years], Member States may require that the driver carry Part I of the physical registration certificate to identify a vehicle in road traffic. After that date, Member States shall accept both physical and mobile registration certificates for that purpose. | 1. Until [date of entry into force + 3 years], Member States may require that the driver carry Part I of the physical registration certificate to identify a vehicle in road traffic. After that date, Member States shall accept both physical and mobile registration certificates for that purpose. |
Amendment 38
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 2. Until [date of entry into force + 4 years] the competent authorities shall require the submission of only Part I of the physical registration certificate when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State. Until that date, they may also accept the presentation of a mobile registration certificate, if any. | 2. Until [date of entry into force + 3 years] the competent authorities shall require the submission of only Part I of the physical registration certificate when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State. Until that date, they may also accept the presentation of a mobile registration certificate, if any. |
Amendment 39
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 3. From [entry into force + 4 years +1 day], Member States shall accept both Part I of the physical registration certificate and the presentation of the mobile registration certificate for the purposes of re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State. The re-registering Member State shall verify with the Member State of registration which format(s) of the registration certificates have been issued. | 3. From [entry into force + 3 years +1 day], Member States shall accept both Part I and Part II, where available, of the physical registration certificate and the presentation of the mobile registration certificate for the purposes of re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State. The re-registering Member State shall verify with the Member State of registration which format(s) of the registration certificates have been issued. |
Amendment 40
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 4 – introductory part
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 4. Where only a physical registration certificate was issued, the competent authorities of the re-registering Member State shall withdraw the part(s) of the registration certificate submitted and shall keep the withdrawn part(s) for 12 months. They shall, without undue delay: | 4. Where only a physical registration certificate was issued, the competent authorities of the re-registering Member State shall withdraw the part(s) of the registration certificate submitted and shall keep the withdrawn part(s), or their electronic copies for 36 months. They shall, without undue delay: |
Amendment 41
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 5
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
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| 5. Where only a mobile registration certificate was issued, the competent authorities of the re-registering Member State shall, without undue delay, inform the authorities of the Member State which issued that certificate. The competent authorities of that Member State shall immediately revoke the previous mobile registration certificate and shall keep the information contained in the previous registration in the vehicle register for 12 months. | 5. Where only a mobile registration certificate was issued, the competent authorities of the re-registering Member State shall, without undue delay, inform the authorities of the Member State which issued that certificate. The competent authorities of that Member State shall immediately revoke the previous mobile registration certificate and shall keep the information contained in the previous registration in the vehicle register for 36 months. |
Amendment 42
Proposal for a directive
Article 10 – paragraph 6 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 6a. A registration in a Member State shall be cancelled when another Member State notifies a re-registration of the vehicle in its national registry. |
Amendment 43
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Member States shall assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. They shall exchange information relating to vehicle registration data, data on the last roadworthiness certificate, any technical roadside inspection report, and the odometer history of the vehicle stored in national databases, in particular so as to check, before any registration of a vehicle, that vehicle's legal status, where necessary in the Member State in which it was previously registered. | Member States shall assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. They shall exchange information relating to vehicle registration data, data on the last roadworthiness certificate, any technical roadside inspection report, and the odometer history of the vehicle stored in national databases and, where available, data of tampered heavy duty vehicles and remote sensing data, in particular so as to check, before any registration of a vehicle, that vehicle's legal status, where necessary in the Member State in which it was previously registered. |
Amendment 44
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| In particular, Member States shall provide access to relevant registration data [in accordance with Article 6, including the information contained in the latest roadworthiness certificate issued in accordance with Directive 2014/45/EU, suspensions under Article 8, and any available information on restrictions affecting re-registration, stored in national vehicle registers, to the registration authorities in other Member States. | In particular, Member States shall provide access to relevant registration data [in accordance with Article 6, including the information contained in the latest roadworthiness certificate issued in accordance with Directive 2014/45/EU, suspensions under Article 8, and any available information on restrictions affecting re-registration, stored in national vehicle registers, to the registration authorities in other Member States. |
| In duly justified cases and limited to where proportionate and in compliance with the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, Member States may exempt from the data exchange specific types of vehicles or specific data points related to those vehicles for reasons of national security. |
Amendment 45
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Access to the MOVE-HUB network shall be secured. Member States may connect only the authorities competent for the purposes referred to in paragraphs 1. | 3. Access to, and transmission through the MOVE-HUB network shall be secured. Member States may connect only the authorities competent for the purposes referred to in paragraphs 1. |
Amendment 46
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. By [date of entry into force + 2 years], the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down the necessary arrangements for the implementation of the functionalities of the electronic system referred to in paragraph 2, and specifying the minimum requirements for the format and content of the message to be used by Member States. It shall specify which authority is responsible for access to data and further use. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). | 4. By [date of entry into force + 2 years], the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down the necessary arrangements for the implementation of the functionalities of the electronic system referred to in paragraph 2, and specifying the minimum requirements for the format and content of the message to be used by Member States. It shall specify which authority is responsible for access to data and further use. Those implementing acts, including requirements on data minimisation, security by default and by design and access control, shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). Member States shall have six months from the adoption of those implementing acts to adapt their IT systems accordingly. |
Amendment 47
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 4 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4a. The Commission in collaboration with Member States shall constantly monitor the implementation and correct any errors of the MOVE-Hub and continuously assess improvements to the MOVE-Hub after 3 years of entry into force. |
Amendment 48
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point d a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (da) number of vehicles with a cancelled registration according to Article 6(1), second subparagraph, point (i). |
Amendment 49
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point e – paragraph 8
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (C.1.4) electronic address (e-mail), where available, | deleted |
Amendment 50
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 5 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (C.3.4) electronic contact details, including an email address, of the owner or holder of the registration certificate, |
Amendment 51
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 11 – subparagraph 1 (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (M.1) width without mirrors or mirror mounts (in mm), | |
| (M.2) length (in mm), | |
| (M.3) total vehicle height (in mm), | |
| (M.4) bonnet leading edge height (in mm), |
Amendment 52
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 31
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (V.1) CO (in g/km or g/kWh), | (V.1) CO (in g/km, mg/km, g/kWh or mg/kWh), |
Amendment 53
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 32
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (V.2) THC (in g/km or g/kWh), | (V.2) THC (in g/km, mg/km, g/kWh or mg/kWh), |
Amendment 54
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 33
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (V.3) NOx (in g/km or g/kWh), | (V.3) NOx (in g/km, mg/km, g/kWh or mg/kWh), |
Amendment 55
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 34
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (V.4) THC + NOx (in g/km), | (V.4) THC + NOx (in g/km or mg/km), |
Amendment 56
Proposal for a directive
Annex I – point 2 – point f – paragraph 35
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (V.5) Mass of particulate matter (PM) (in g/km or g/kWh), | (V.5) Mass of particulate matter (PM) (in g/km, mg/km, g/kWh or mg/kWh), |
Amendment 57
Proposal for a directive
Annex III – point 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. The mobile registration certificates and other relevant systems shall comply with the [ISO/IEC AWI TS 7367 standard on mobile registration certificates and Regulation (EU) 910/2014. | deleted |
Explanatory statement 6 paragraphs
The Rapporteur strongly welcomes the European Commission’s proposal, which effectively leverages digitalisation and new technologies to the benefit of EU citizens. The proposed measures represent simple, cost-effective steps that can deliver tangible reductions in unnecessary administrative burdens while strengthening consumer protection and combating fraud and crime that impose extra costs on vehicle owners and endanger road safety across the Union.
In particular, the Rapporteur highlights the significant potential of the transition towards mobile vehicle registration documents to reduce administrative burdens for citizens. The introduction of QR codes for registration documents will enable the use of the latest technological solutions, providing citizens with secure and immediate access to vehicle information. Access to a digital version of a key document for drivers will help reduce paperwork and facilitate cross-border travel for EU citizens when taking their vehicles abroad.
The Rapporteur stresses, however, that the digital transition for vehicle registration documents must be accompanied by strong safeguards to protect and support citizens with limited digital access or digital skills. A physical version of the registration document should therefore always remain available upon request and should be provided free of charge. It is essential that citizens who may face barriers to using digital tools are not placed at a disadvantage when fulfilling administrative obligations.
Real-time data exchange between Member States will also play a vital role in fighting vehicle crime and fraud and in strengthening consumer protection, particularly in the purchase of second-hand vehicles. The exchange of lifetime mileage data is a simple but essential measure to prevent criminal manipulation of odometers. According to one study, up to 50% of second-hand cars traded within the EU have had their odometers tampered with, causing consumers to overpay for vehicles that appear less used than they are in reality and to underestimate the maintenance needs and associated costs of vehicles with significantly higher actual mileage.
The Rapporteur also identifies an opportunity to further leverage innovation and data exchange to protect public health. For this reason, the Rapporteur proposes including Remote Emission Sensing (RES) data in the scope of data exchanged between Member States. The inclusion of RES in the revisions of the Directives on periodic roadworthiness tests and on technical roadside inspections is a cost-effective measure to reduce the harmful impact of high-emitting vehicles on air quality and noise pollution. Estimates indicate that although high-emitting vehicles represent only around 1.5% of the EU fleet, they may be responsible for up to 40% of total emissions. The health of EU citizens should not be jeopardised by vehicle manipulation, improper maintenance, or tampering, particularly when simple and affordable technological solutions are available. Extending the scope to include RES data will support the timely identification of high-emitting vehicles, which according to the proposal need to be detected three times within a six-month period, and thereby enable appropriate follow-up to verify and address excessive emissions.
The Rapporteur therefore supports a forward-looking approach that enhances administrative efficiency, strengthens consumer protection, and supports environmental and public health objectives, while ensuring that the transition to digital tools remains fully inclusive and accessible for all citizens.
Annex: declaration of input 5 paragraphs
Pursuant to Article 8 of Annex I to the Rules of Procedure, the rapporteur declares that he included in his report input on matters pertaining to the subject of the file that he received, in the preparation of the report, prior to the adoption thereof in committee, from the following interest representatives falling within the scope of the Interinstitutional Agreement on a mandatory transparency register, or from the following representatives of public authorities of third countries, including their diplomatic missions and embassies:
| 1. Interest representatives falling within the scope of the Interinstitutional Agreement on a mandatory transparency register |
| Permanent Representation of Sweden to the European Union |
| European Transport Safety Council |
| European Automobile Manufacturers' Association |
| OPUS |
| Car-pass |
| Federation of Swedish Historic Vehicles Clubs |
| International Road Transport Union |
| 2. Representatives of public authorities of third countries, including their diplomatic missions and embassies |
| None |
The list above is drawn up under the exclusive responsibility of the rapporteur.
Where natural persons are identified in the list by their name, by their function or by both, the rapporteur declares that he has submitted to the natural persons concerned the European Parliament's Data Protection Notice No 484 (https://www.europarl.europa.eu/data-protect/index.do), which sets out the conditions applicable to the processing of their personal data and the rights linked to that processing.
27.1.2026
Opinion of the committee on the internal market and consumer protection 4 paragraphs
for the Committee on Transport and Tourism
on the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the registration documents for vehicles and vehicle registration data recorded in national vehicle registers
(COM(2025)0179 – C100073/2025 – 2025/0096(COD))
Rapporteur for opinion: Klara Dostalova
Short justification 108 paragraphs
The proposed amendments introduce significant modifications to the Commission's proposal, establishing a more balanced framework between digital transformation objectives and practical implementation realities while reinforcing data protection safeguards and Member State competencies. The amendments extend the implementation period from 4 years to 7 years across all relevant provisions, acknowledging the substantial technical, administrative, and budgetary challenges associated with implementing new digital infrastructure, particularly for Member States with varying levels of administrative capacity and existing legacy systems.
A fundamental revision concerns the approach to mobile registration certificates, transforming the mandatory issuance obligation into an optional framework whereby Member States may issue mobile certificates while physical certificates remain available by default upon applicant request. The issuance of mobile certificates would require explicit consent from the vehicle owner, establishing a consent-based rather than default digital system. Additionally, Member States would be permitted to utilize secure national digital solutions as alternatives to the EU Digital Identity Wallets, recognizing existing national infrastructure investments and interoperability considerations.
Several amendments establish stricter data governance frameworks, introducing a maximum 5-year retention period for information concerning previous holders and owners, with data processing strictly limited to safety and fraud prevention purposes. Personal data accessed for verification purposes would be restricted exclusively to competent authorities, with explicit prohibition on sharing with private entities or processing for commercial purposes. Cross-border access to registration data would be granted only upon justified request from competent authorities, establishing a request-based rather than automatic access regime.
The amendments introduce enhanced Member State operational flexibility through a temporary de-registration mechanism, modeled on existing Dutch practices, permitting vehicle suspension for up to 3 years with subsequent simplified re-registration procedures that do not require new technical inspections. Member States would retain the right to refuse re-registration where reasonable suspicion of fraud exists and may impose additional verification procedures or require new technical inspections in such circumstances, strengthening Member State capacity to combat cross-border vehicle fraud while maintaining proportionate administrative procedures.
Regarding odometer fraud prevention, the amendments limit recording obligations to the last valid periodic technical inspection, eliminating requirements for complete lifetime mileage history maintenance, achieving fraud prevention objectives while avoiding disproportionate administrative burden and data storage requirements. The amendments clarify that microchip functionality on smart card format certificates operates complementarily to QR code functionality, ensuring technological redundancy and verification flexibility, while registration cancellation procedures must be based on clearly defined legal grounds under Union or national law, with advance communication to vehicle owners, reinforcing principles of legal certainty and procedural fairness.
The amendments substantially strengthen parliamentary oversight mechanisms concerning delegated acts by requiring the Commission to present an impact assessment prior to adopting any delegated acts, establishing an evidence-based legislative approach. The delegation period is reduced from 5 years to 2 years, with renewal requiring explicit approval from the European Parliament and Council rather than tacit extension. A sunset clause provides that where delegation is not renewed, existing measures remain in force but no new acts may be adopted without recourse to the ordinary legislative procedure, ensuring appropriate separation between delegated and legislative powers. These amendments establish a framework that balances digital innovation with implementation feasibility, strengthens data protection standards, preserves Member State operational flexibility, and reinforces democratic accountability in the legislative process, responding to stakeholder consultations and reflecting proportionate, evidence-based policymaking that serves both internal market objectives and fundamental rights protection.
AMENDMENT
The Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection submits the following to the Committee on Transport and Tourism, as the committee responsible:
Amendment 1
Proposal for a directive
Recital 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (4) Harmonisation of the registration certificates and the sharing of information recorded in the vehicle register will also facilitate the re-registering of vehicles that have previously been registered in another Member State, and will contribute to the proper functioning of the internal market. | (4) Harmonisation of the registration certificates and the sharing of information recorded in the vehicle register will also facilitate the re-registering of vehicles that have previously been registered in another Member State, and will contribute to the proper functioning of the internal market and to stronger consumer protection through greater transparency and reliability of vehicle data. |
Amendment 2
Proposal for a directive
Recital 5
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (5) To take account of the need for digitalisation, to strengthen Union competitiveness and to reduce administrative burdens, both physical and mobile registration certificates should be harmonised. Such certificates should be fully equivalent and contain exactly the same information. | (5) To take account of the need for digitalisation, to strengthen Union competitiveness and to reduce administrative burdens, both physical and mobile registration certificates should be harmonised. Such certificates should be fully equivalent and contain exactly the same information. The transition from physical registration certificates to mobile registration certificates should take account of the needs of citizens who may face barriers in using digital tools, and should guarantee that they are not placed at a disadvantage when complying with administrative requirements. Member States shall ensure that the transition to mobile registration certificates does not disadvantage citizens without adequate digital access or skills. |
Amendment 3
Proposal for a directive
Recital 7
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (7) The digital transformation is one of the Union’s priorities. It is important to remove the remaining barriers, including the administrative burden associated with the re-registration of vehicles. This can impede the free movement of people, and their right to circulate freely within the Union and to take up residence in a Member State other than the one where their vehicle is currently registered. Therefore, as from [date of entry into force + 4 years], mobile registration certificates should be issued by default without affecting the applicant’s right to also request a physical registration certificate. To ensure interoperability of mobile registration certificates across the Union, technical specifications for those certificates should be set out. This will also make it possible to ensure vehicle registration certificates can be checked and verified. | (7) The digital transformation is one of the Union’s priorities. It is important to remove the remaining barriers, including the administrative burden associated with the re-registration and de-registration of vehicles. This can impede the free movement of people, and their right to circulate freely within the Union and to take up residence in a Member State other than the one where their vehicle is currently registered. Therefore, as from [date of entry into force + 3 years], mobile registration certificates should be issued by default without affecting the applicant’s right to also request a physical registration certificate, recognising the importance of accessibility and digital inclusion for all members of society. To ensure interoperability of mobile registration certificates across the Union, technical specifications for those certificates should be set out. This will also make it possible to ensure vehicle registration certificates can be checked and verified. A fully interoperable and secure digital framework will facilitate cross-border vehicle registration and strengthen consumer protection, while safeguarding data protection. |
Amendment 4
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9) To facilitate cross-border movements, in particular the re-registration of vehicles, Member States should electronically record all required data on all vehicles registered in their territory and keep that data up to date at all times. That data will help: improve the accuracy of vehicle registers; ensure better law enforcement; combat vehicle fraud and theft; improve the exchange of information between Member States; and facilitate checking the status of vehicles due for export. | (9) To facilitate cross-border movements, in particular the re-registration and de-registration of vehicles, Member States should electronically record all required data on all vehicles registered in their territory and keep that data up to date at all times. That data will help: improve the accuracy of vehicle registers; ensure better law enforcement; combat vehicle theft and fraud, including odometer tampering; improve the exchange of information between Member States for the benefit of EU citizens, leveraging technology and data exchange to target criminal activity and help in the fight against fraud and crime linked to the purchase and sale of vehicles; improve public health by identifying high-emitting; and facilitate checking the status of vehicles due for export. |
Amendment 5
Proposal for a directive
Recital 9 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (9a) To combat fraud and the illegal trade of stolen vehicles, Member States should ensure that liability and penalties are imposed on the perpetrator of such fraudulent activity, and not on the victim. |
Amendment 6
Proposal for a directive
Recital 14
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (14) When re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should, during a transitional period, require Part I of the physical registration certificate to be submitted. However, to facilitate free movement of people and to reduce the administrative burden, the competent authorities should also be allowed to accept the presentation of the mobile registration certificate during that period, if it was issued. After the transitional period, when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should accept both Part I of the physical registration certificate and the presentation of the mobile registration certificate. | (14) When re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should, during a transitional period, require Part I of the physical registration certificate to be submitted. However, to facilitate free movement of people and to reduce the administrative burden, the competent authorities should also be allowed to accept the presentation of the mobile registration certificate during that period, if it was issued. After the transitional period, when re-registering a vehicle previously registered in another Member State, the competent authorities should accept either Part I of the physical registration certificate or the presentation of the mobile registration certificate. |
Amendment 7
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (19) To combat fraud and the illegal trade in stolen vehicles, Member States should assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. This should include providing access to relevant registration data and roadworthiness information, including suspensions, to the registration authorities in other Member States. | (19) To combat fraud and the illegal trade in stolen vehicles, Member States should assist one another in the implementation of this Directive. This should include providing access to relevant registration data and roadworthiness information, including suspensions, to the registration authorities in other Member States. Furthermore, to ensure traceability and prevent fraudulent use of unregistered vehicles, the seller should be able to notify the competent national authority of any ownership transfer. Upon receipt of such notification, the seller should be removed from the register. |
Amendment 8
Proposal for a directive
Recital 19 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (19a) To combat fraud and the illegal trade in stolen bicycles, the Commission should evaluate the effectiveness of national bicycle identification registers where they are currently in place in the Member States. Based on that evaluation, the Commission should consider measures to facilitate the exchange of information on bicycle identification between Member States that have national bicycle identification registers and provide guidance to Member States willing to establish such a register, in line with the European Declaration on Cycling of 2024 and the objectives of developing cycling as a sustainable mode of transport. |
Amendment 9
Proposal for a directive
Recital 21
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (21) To enable the Commission to analyse the state of play in the Member States and to propose initiatives on a sound factual basis, Member States should communicate data to the Commission on the vehicles registered in their territory, including the number of physical and mobile registration certificates issued, the number of re-registrations of vehicles previously registered in another Member State, and the number of vehicle registrations suspended. The Commission should transmit the data collected to the European Parliament and to the Council | (21) To enable the Commission to analyse the state of play in the Member States and to propose initiatives on a sound factual basis, Member States should communicate data to the Commission on the vehicles registered in their territory, including the number of physical and mobile registration certificates issued, the number of re-registrations and de-registrations of vehicles previously registered in another Member State, and the number of vehicle registrations suspended. The Commission should transmit the data collected to the European Parliament and to the Council |
Amendment 10
Proposal for a directive
Article 2 – paragraph 1 – point 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (2a) 'de-registration’ means the administrative act by which a vehicle’s registration is suspended or cancelled in the national vehicle register, temporarily, but for no longer than four years, resulting in the vehicle being no longer authorised for use on public roads until its re-registration or reactivation in accordance with national law; |
Amendment 11
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Until [entry into force + 4 years], Member States shall issue physical registration certificates. They may also issue mobile registration certificates in addition to the physical certificates. | 3. Until [entry into force + 3 years], Member States shall issue physical registration certificates. They may also issue mobile registration certificates in addition to the physical certificates. |
Amendment 12
Proposal for a directive
Article 3 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. With effect from [entry into force + 4 years + 1 day], Member States shall only issue mobile registration certificates. However, upon request of the applicant, Member States shall also issue a physical registration certificate. | 4. With effect from [entry into force + 3 years + 1 day], Member States shall issue mobile registration certificates. Upon request of the applicant, Member States shall also issue a physical registration certificate free of charge. Member States shall ensure that the procedures for obtaining a physical registration certificate are simple and user-friendly, and that applicants are able to fulfil their registration obligations effectively regardless of their level of digital skills. In the event that a vehicle is used by a driver other than the registered owner, the vehicle owner should be able to provide temporary access to the mobile certificate. The vehicle owner may also revoke that access at any time, thereby ensuring the temporary nature of the access. |
Amendment 13
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – point a
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (a) to retrieve and store data to verify the authorisation of the vehicle to be used in road traffic; | (a) to retrieve and store only the data strictly necessary to verify the authorisation of the vehicle to be used in road traffic; |
Amendment 14
Proposal for a directive
Article 5 – paragraph 4
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4. By [entry into force + 2 years], the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down detailed provisions concerning the technical specifications of mobile registration certificates, including verification features and the interface with national systems, and procedures for notifying trusted issuers of mobile registration certificates. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). | 4. By [entry into force + 1 year], the Commission shall adopt implementing acts laying down detailed provisions concerning the technical specifications of mobile registration certificates, including verification features and the interface with national systems, and procedures for notifying trusted issuers of mobile registration certificates. Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in Article 14(2). |
Amendment 15
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point d
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (d) information on the previous holder and, where available, the previous owner of the vehicle; | (d) information on the previous holders and, where available, the previous owners of the vehicle limited to data necessary for safety, fraud prevention or environmental purposes; |
Amendment 16
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 2 – point g – point vii a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (viia) has been de-registered. |
Amendment 17
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. The Commission may adopt implementing acts specifying the relevant data referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, point (a). Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure laid down in Article 14(2). | 2. The Commission may adopt implementing acts specifying the relevant data referred to in paragraph 1, second subparagraph, point (a). Those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure laid down in Article 14(2). When adopting such implementing acts, the Commission shall ensure full coherence with existing empowerments under Regulation (EU) 2018/858 and the implementing acts adopted pursuant to that Regulation concerning the format and data requirements of the certificate of conformity (CoC). |
Amendment 18
Proposal for a directive
Article 6 – paragraph 2 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2a. Member States shall ensure that holders of registration certificates or vehicle owners are able to request the correction of inaccurate mobile certificate data through a simple electronic procedure, and that such corrections are processed without undue delay. |
Amendment 19
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Member States may adopt measures to facilitate the retesting of a vehicle the authorisation of which for use in road traffic has been suspended. Those measures may include the grant of permission to travel on public roads between a place of repair and a test centre for the purpose of a roadworthiness test. | 3. Member States shall adopt measures to facilitate the retesting of a vehicle the authorisation of which for use in road traffic has been suspended. Those measures may include the grant of permission to travel on public roads between a place of repair and a test centre for the purpose of a roadworthiness test. |
Amendment 20
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 3 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (3a) Member States shall ensure that when a vehicle is sold or otherwise transferred to another person, whether registered or not, including vehicles that are temporarily de-registered or sold or transferred while not currently in circulation, the seller notifies the competent national authority of the transaction. Upon receipt of such notification, Member States shall ensure that the previous owner or, where relevant, the previous holder is removed from the register. |
Amendment 21
Proposal for a directive
Article 8 – paragraph 4 a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 4a. Member States that provide for a possibility of temporary de-registration of vehicles in their national legislation shall: | |
| (a) set out a maximum period for which such de-registration may be granted, but for no longer than four years; | |
| (b) ensure that renewals of temporary de-registration, are granted only for a defined and limited period and only where it can be ascertained that the de-registered vehicle still exists. |
Amendment 22
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 1
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 1. A physical registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 4 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic or for its re-registration in another Member State. | 1. A physical registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 4 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in cross-border traffic and for its re-registration in another Member State. |
Amendment 23
Proposal for a directive
Article 9 – paragraph 2
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 2. A mobile registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 5 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in international traffic or for its re-registration in another Member State with effect from [entry into force + 4 years + 1 day]. | 2. A mobile registration certificate issued by a Member State in accordance with Article 5 shall be recognised by the other Member States for the identification of the vehicle in cross-border traffic and for its re-registration in another Member State with effect from [entry into force + 3 years + 1 day]. |
Amendment 24
Proposal for a directive
Article 15 – paragraph 3
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| 3. Access to the MOVE-HUB network shall be secured. Member States may connect only the authorities competent for the purposes referred to in paragraphs 1. | 3. Access and transmission to the MOVE-HUB network and data storage in that network shall be secured. Member States may connect only the authorities competent for the purposes referred to in paragraphs 1. |
Amendment 25
Proposal for a directive
Article 16 – paragraph 1 – subparagraph 1 – point d a (new)
| Text proposed by the Commission | Amendment |
|---|---|
| (da) the number of vehicles de-registered according to Article 6 (1), second subparagraph, point (g)(vii a) of this Directive; |
Annex: declaration of input 4 paragraphs
Pursuant to Article 8 of Annex I to the Rules of Procedure, the rapporteur for opinion declares that he included in his opinion input on matters pertaining to the subject of the file that he received, in the preparation of the opinion, prior to the adoption thereof in committee, from the following interest representatives falling within the scope of the Interinstitutional Agreement on a mandatory transparency register, or from the following representatives of public authorities of third countries, including their diplomatic missions and embassies:
| 1. Interest representatives falling within the scope of the Interinstitutional Agreement on a mandatory transparency register |
| Permanent Representation of the Czech Republic to the European Union |
| 2. Representatives of public authorities of third countries, including their diplomatic missions and embassies |
The list above is drawn up under the exclusive responsibility of the rapporteur for opinion.
Where natural persons are identified in the list by their name, by their function or by both, the rapporteur for opinion declares that he has submitted to the natural persons concerned the European Parliament's Data Protection Notice No 484 (https://www.europarl.europa.eu/data-protect/index.do), which sets out the conditions applicable to the processing of their personal data and the rights linked to that processing.
Procedure pages
How the committees handled the text, and how their members voted on it.
Procedure – committee asked for opinion 1 paragraph
| Title | Registration documents for vehicles and vehicle registration data recorded in national vehicle registers | |
| References | COM(2025)0179 – C10-0073/2025 – 2025/0096(COD) | |
| Committee(s) responsible Date announced in plenary | TRAN 10.7.2025 | |
| Opinion by Date announced in plenary | IMCO 10.7.2025 | |
| Rapporteur for the opinion Date appointed | Klara Dostalova 7.10.2025 | |
| Previous rapporteur for opinion | Filip Turek | |
| Discussed in committee | 11.11.2025 | 4.12.2025 |
| Date adopted | 27.1.2026 | |
| Result of final vote | +: –: 0: | 37 3 6 |
Final vote by roll call by the committee asked for opinion 3 paragraphs
37 · For
- EPP
- Peter Agius, Pablo Arias Echeverría, Henrik Dahl, Regina Doherty, Christian Doleschal, Kamila Gasiuk-Pihowicz, Arba Kokalari, Andreas Schwab, Tomislav Sokol, Dimitris Tsiodras, Inese Vaidere, Adina Vălean, Axel Voss, Tomáš Zdechovský
- Patriots
- Jaroslav Bžoch, Elisabeth Dieringer, Pál Szekeres
- Renew
- Jeannette Baljeu, Sandro Gozi, Svenja Hahn, Anna-Maja Henriksson, Nikola Minchev
- S&D
- Alex Agius Saliba, Biljana Borzan, Delara Burkhardt, Adnan Dibrani, Maria Grapini, Elisabeth Grossmann, Maria Guzenina, Pierfrancesco Maran, Idoia Mendia, Christel Schaldemose
- The Left
- Leila Chaibi, Gaetano Pedulla'
- Greens
- Katrin Langensiepen, Reinier Van Lanschot, Kim Van Sparrentak
3 · Against
- ESN
- Alexander Jungbluth, Milan Mazurek
- No group
- Kateřina Konečná
6 · Abstained
- ECR
- Stefano Cavedagna, Piotr Müller, Denis Nesci, Gheorghe Piperea, Reinis Pozņaks
- Patriots
- Jorge Martín Frías
Procedure – committee responsible 1 paragraph
| Title | Registration documents for vehicles and vehicle registration data recorded in national vehicle registers | |
| References | COM(2025)0179 – C10-0073/2025 – 2025/0096(COD) | |
| Date submitted to Parliament | 24.4.2025 | |
| Committee(s) responsible Date announced in plenary | TRAN 10.7.2025 | |
| Committees asked for opinions Date announced in plenary | IMCO 10.7.2025 | |
| Rapporteurs Date appointed | Johan Danielsson 7.7.2025 | |
| Discussed in committee | 12.1.2026 | 24.2.2026 |
| Date adopted | 8.4.2026 | |
| Result of final vote | +: –: 0: | 39 1 1 |
| Date tabled | 14.4.2026 |
Final vote by roll call by the committee responsible 3 paragraphs
39 · For
- ECR
- Adrian-George Axinia, Carlo Ciccioli, Roberts Zīle, Kosma Złotowski
- ESN
- Tomasz Froelich, Volker Schnurrbusch
- EPP
- Nikolina Brnjac, Nina Carberry, Markus Ferber, Jens Gieseke, Borja Giménez Larraz, Sérgio Humberto, Dariusz Joński, Martine Kemp, Sophia Kircher, Willemien Koning, Alexandra Mehnert, Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi
- Patriots
- Roman Haider, Julien Leonardelli, Philippe Olivier
- Renew
- Jeannette Baljeu, Benoit Cassart, Asger Christensen, Valérie Devaux, Marjan Šarec
- S&D
- Daniel Attard, Vivien Costanzo, Johan Danielsson, Sofie Eriksson, François Kalfon, Matteo Ricci, Andreas Schieder, Rosa Serrano Sierra, Kathleen Van Brempt
- The Left
- Elena Kountoura
- Greens
- Vicent Marzà Ibáñez, Virginijus Sinkevičius, Kai Tegethoff
1 · Against
- ESN
- Milan Mazurek
1 · Abstained
- Patriots
- Rachel Blom