What you can check
- Vehicle mass and fuel type.
- Vehicle type context.
- Which fields influence road tax.
- Links to cost preparation tools.
Road tax in the Netherlands
Dutch road tax, often called motorrijtuigenbelasting or MRB, depends on factors such as vehicle mass, fuel type, province and vehicle type. KentekenKompas helps you understand the input, not an official final amount.
Road tax inputs
Weight, fuel and province
KentekenKompas prepares the inputs; the official calculator determines the amount.
Weightvehicle class
Fueltax basis
Provinceregional surcharge
Where does the information come from?
Sources and claim boundaries
- Source
- Public RDW-related vehicle data where available; Official Dutch source context for legal registration actions
- Checked
- 2026-07-04 · KentekenKompas.nl
- Important
- No owner identity or private holder data
Technical source and limitation detailsOpen for datasets, method and further limitations
Sources used
- Public RDW-related vehicle data where available
- Official Dutch source context for legal registration actions
- KentekenKompas editorial explanation for buying questions and data limits
Not claimed
- No owner identity or private holder data
- No full accident, maintenance or mileage-history dossier
- No official RDW affiliation or legal registration action
Check scope
What you can and cannot check
Dutch road tax, often called motorrijtuigenbelasting or MRB, depends on factors such as vehicle mass, fuel type, province and vehicle type. KentekenKompas helps you understand the input, not an official final amount.
What you cannot check
- Official final tax amount.
- Future tax changes.
- Insurance premium.
- A total monthly ownership cost guarantee.
Dutch terms
Terms used on this page
Only the Dutch terms needed for this specific task are shown here.
| Dutch term | English meaning | Why it matters | Where to check it |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRB | Motorrijtuigenbelasting, Dutch motor vehicle tax. | It is one of the main fixed ownership costs in the Netherlands. | Official tax source for final amount; KentekenKompas for input context. |
| Massa ledig voertuig | The registered empty vehicle mass. | Vehicle mass strongly influences road tax and sometimes usage costs. | /en/license-plate-check |
| Brandstofsoort | Fuel type. | Fuel type affects tax, city-use questions, fuel or charging costs and maintenance context. | /en/car-report |
Why mass and fuel matter
Heavier vehicles and fuel type can change road tax significantly. Always check the official amount before buying.
Use road tax with other costs
Road tax is only one cost. Also consider insurance, fuel or charging, maintenance, tyres and unexpected repairs.
Official amount context
KentekenKompas helps you prepare the right inputs. The official MRB amount can change by province, vehicle type and rules, so verify the final amount with the official tax source.
Expat ownership context
Before buying, combine road tax with insurance, parking permits, fuel or charging, maintenance and tyres. A cheap purchase price can still mean high monthly ownership costs.
Fuel costs are separate from road tax
MRB is only one ownership cost. Fuel or charging cost depends on consumption, mileage and changing prices, so calculate it separately and do not treat an MRB estimate as a complete monthly budget.
Checklist
Practical checklist
Steps to take
- Check vehicle mass.
- Check fuel type.
- Check province and vehicle category.
- Use an official calculator for final amounts.
Next steps
Related tools and English guidance
English hub
Return to the English guide for Dutch vehicle checks.
Open linkDutch license plate check
Start with the English guide for checking a Dutch plate.
Open linkCar report
Understand what the KentekenKompas vehicle report can and cannot show.
Open linkBuying guide
Follow the compact English buying flow for Dutch used cars.
Open linkDutch tool: road tax check
Dutch page for road tax preparation.
Open linkDutch page: car costs
Dutch guide to wider car costs.
Open link
Frequently asked questions
What determines Dutch road tax?Open answer
Mass, fuel type, province and vehicle type are key factors.
Does KentekenKompas give the official tax amount?Open answer
No. Use official sources for the final amount.
Is road tax the only monthly cost?Open answer
No. Also include insurance, fuel or charging, maintenance and repairs.
Why can two similar cars have different road tax?Open answer
Registered mass, fuel type, vehicle category and province can differ even when cars look similar in an advert.