If you are considering purchasing a 125cc scooter or motorcycle, it is important to keep an eye on the costs. In addition to the purchase price and insurance, vehicle tax also plays a role. In this blog post, we explain when and how much tax you have to pay for your 125cc two-wheeler and give you an overview of the tax regulations for electric motorcycles.
Section 9 of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act 2002 (KraftStG 2002) stipulates that the annual tax for motorcycles powered by reciprocating piston engines is EUR 1.84 for every 25 cubic centimeters of displacement or part thereof.
Furthermore, § 3 Exemptions from taxation also states that vehicles that are exempt from the registration requirement under § 3 (1) of the Vehicle Registration Ordinance of February 3, 2011 (Federal Law Gazette I p. 139), as amended, are exempt from tax.
This exemption applies to light motorcycles. Light motorcycles are defined as motorcycles with an engine capacity between 50 cm³ and 125 cm³ and a maximum rated power of 11 kW.
• Light motorcycles with an engine displacement of less than 125 cm³ and a maximum rated power of 11 kW: These vehicles are tax-exempt.
• Motorcycles with an engine capacity of 125 cm³ or more and a rated power output of more than 11 kW: These are subject to a tax of at least €9.20 per year, which increases by €1.84 for every 25 cm³ or part thereof.
Fully electric vehicles are exempt from motor vehicle tax in Germany for up to ten years.
This regulation applies to vehicles first registered between May 18, 2011, and December 31, 2025. However, the tax exemption ends on December 31, 2030, at the latest. If you register your electric motorcycle by the end of 2024, you will not pay any motor vehicle tax for six years.
If you want to ride a light motorcycle or motorcycle with a displacement of 125 cm³, it is important to keep an eye on the rated power. Vehicles with a power output of up to 11 kW are exempt from motor vehicle tax, while more powerful machines are taxed at a minimum of €9.20 per year. Fully electric motorcycles, on the other hand, benefit from a tax exemption. Added to this are the costs for fuel and operating materials. This means that e-motorcycles and e-scooters are usually significantly cheaper to maintain than combustion engines.
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