REG. (EU) 168/2013 · CATEGORIES L1e TO L7e
Type Approval of Mopeds, Motorcycles and Quadricycles
Two-wheelers, tricycles and quadricycles do not follow car legislation. They have their own type approval framework, Regulation (EU) 168/2013, with its own sub-categories and its own documentation. The office handles the dossier from classifying the vehicle through to registration in the Technical Vehicle Archive.
Who it is for
- Importers and dealerships of two-wheelers, tricycles and quadricycles.
- Manufacturers of category L vehicles.
- Private owners with a vehicle that cannot be registered.
What we cover
All sub-categories of Regulation (EU) 168/2013, from L1e to L7e: mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles, light and heavy quadricycles, quads and side-by-sides, combustion and electric.
Category L subcategories (Regulation (EU) 168/2013)
The subcategories as defined in Annex I to Regulation (EU) 168/2013. Which one your vehicle belongs to is decided by the manufacturer’s data.
- L1e-APowered cycle
- L1e-BTwo-wheel moped
- L2e-PThree-wheel moped for passenger transport
- L2e-UThree-wheel moped for utility purposes
- L3e-A1Low-performance motorcycle
- L3e-A2Medium-performance motorcycle
- L3e-A3High-performance motorcycle
- L4eTwo-wheel motorcycle with side-car
- L5e-ATricycle
- L5e-BCommercial tricycle
- L6e-ALight on-road quad
- L6e-BPLight quadri-mobile for passenger transport
- L6e-BULight quadri-mobile for utility purposes
- L7e-A1A1 heavy on-road quad
- L7e-A2A2 heavy on-road quad
- L7e-B1All terrain quad
- L7e-B2Side-by-side buggy
- L7e-CPHeavy quadri-mobile for passenger transport
- L7e-CUHeavy quadri-mobile for utility purposes
Why ask us first
Classifying the vehicle correctly decides everything else. Send us the manufacturer’s documents and we will tell you what is needed.
The sub-category sets what has to be documented. A wrong classification means a dossier that comes back.
- 01We review the vehicle’s documents.
- 02We tell you what applies and what will be needed.
- 03We take on the dossier.
- 04We follow it through to registration in the archive.
Do you have a two-wheeler, tricycle or quadricycle to register? Send us the type approval certificate and whatever else you hold — we will tell you how the case can proceed.
Request a quoteWho handles type approval for motorcycles and quadricycles in Greece?
Moudiotis Technical Office, based in Athens and Thessaloniki, handles type approval and TAO registration dossiers for category L vehicles (Regulation (EU) 168/2013): mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles and quadricycles, across Greece and within the EU. Phone +30 210 756 1836.
Which vehicles belong to category L?
Mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles and quadricycles, from L1e to L7e.
Is the EU type approval enough to get plates?
A Greek procedure is also needed before registration. Send us the approval and we will tell you what is missing.
Do you cover electric vehicles?
Yes.
How much does it cost?
Every case is different and may require extensive research. We recommend a review of the full file and a separate assessment of your matter.
How long does it take?
It depends on the vehicle and on the competent authority. We do not promise dates that are not in our hands; we keep you informed at every step.
Do you work outside Athens?
Yes. We are based in Athens and Thessaloniki and serve all of Greece and the EU.
Selling EU type-approved L-category vehicles in Greece?
Before registration the type must be recorded in the Vehicle Technical Archive (TAO); until then the vehicles cannot be registered. We have completed TAO registrations for manufacturers of electric two-wheelers. See TAO registration.
Let’s talk
We’re here for any question or need. Get in touch and we will look at your case personally.
Moudiotis & Associates Technical Office
Mechanical Engineer AUTH, 3× MSc | Based in Athens - Thessaloniki | Serving all of Greece and the EU