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MPU BECAUSE of points or criminal offences
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Everything you need to know about the MPU for points or criminal offences
An MPU due to points or criminal offences is necessary for serious traffic offences such as speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, coercion in road traffic or unauthorised removal from the scene of an accident. Such incidents lead to points in Flensburg and can result in an MPU if you reach 8 points or commit a serious offence. The MPU assesses fitness to drive in order to increase road safety. Preparation and behavioural reflection are crucial for regaining a driving licence. The MPU includes various tests and a psychological interview aimed at assessing driving behaviour and minimising the likelihood of future offences.
Our mission is to prepare you perfectly for your MPU
How many points for which offences?
There are different points for traffic offences depending on the severity of the offence. Offences such as moderate speeding usually result in 1 point. More serious offences, such as significantly excessive speeding or driving under the influence of alcohol, can result in 2 points. Traffic offences, especially those that result in a driving disqualification, are assessed with 3 points. The exact distribution of points may change depending on current legislation.
How quickly do points expire?
Points in the driving aptitude register in Flensburg expire after set periods, which vary depending on the severity of the offence. Minor offences (1 point) expire after 2.5 years, more serious offences (2 points) and criminal offences without disqualification from driving expire after 5 years. Offences that lead to a driving disqualification (3 points) are time-barred after 10 years. These time limits apply regardless of new entries, i.e. each point expires individually after its own time limit. Every 5 years, one point can also be reduced by attending a valid driving fitness seminar. If you have already collected 4 or 5 points, you should consider this option before it is too late.
After spending almost €1500 on preparation, I was lucky enough to come across you. The course was great and I passed the MPU with flying colours (A. Schiff)
What is the best way to prepare for the MPU due to points or criminal offences?
Thorough preparation and an examination of the causes of your misbehaviour is an important step towards passing the MPU.
- Take the test seriouslyEspecially if your driving licence has been revoked due to points / offences, it is often not easy to get it back. You only have a chance if you can explain conclusively why and how you have changed your attitude to driving. All the necessary content is included in the preparation course.
- Self-observationYou will inevitably need time to reflect on your past actions. Be honest with yourself about the reasons for your misbehaviour and how it affects your life and your ability to drive. Simply saying "I just wasn't paying attention" or "I was distracted or stressed" will not be enough. We provide you with the preparation course with many exercises and questions so that you can achieve the necessary depth.
- Professional adviceOnline MPU preparation helps you to better understand the required changes and, in particular, to prepare for the exam.
- Proof of criminal offences: Evidence may be required for offences due to aggressive driving behaviour, such as participation in anti-aggression training or an expert opinion from a psychologist/therapist.
- Stay optimisticThe journey to passing the MPU for points can be challenging, but with the right attitude and preparation you will successfully overcome this hurdle.
Consider the MPU as an opportunity to bring about positive changes in your life.
How exactly does the MPU for points / offences work?
Before the MPU
You should prepare thoroughly for the MPU before it takes place. We strongly recommend that you don't just turn up for the test, as the probability of failing is very high. A voluntary preparation course like the one you can find on our website or individual, personalised preparation will drastically increase your chances of success.
MPU procedure
The MPU essentially consists of three parts: one medical examinationone psychological examination and a Performance test. The duration of the MPU can vary between two and four hours.
- Medical examination
The aim is to assess the general state of health and specific risk factors that could impair fitness to drive. This includes checking eyesight, hearing and physical performance.
- Psychological examination
In this part, a psychologist will conduct a detailed interview with you to assess your personality, your behaviour on the road and the reasons for your previous misconduct. Your willingness and ability to change will also be taken into account.
- Performance test
This part tests the cognitive and motor skills required to drive a vehicle safely. This includes reaction tests, concentration tests, attention tests and others that assess resilience and multitasking ability.
After the MPU
After the examination, an expert opinion is drawn up that assesses your fitness to drive. This report can be either positive or negative or may also contain a recommendation for certain conditions, such as participation in a driver safety training course. If the result is negative, the MPU can be repeated after a certain period of time and, if necessary, after further preparation.
Conclusion
The MPU for points / offences is a comprehensive procedure that aims to assess your suitability to participate in road traffic. Thorough preparation will significantly improve your chances of a positive result.
Thanks to the clear structure and the clearly prepared content of the preparation course, I was able to prepare myself optimally for the MPU. (T. Ritzert)
What happens if I don't pass the MPU?
A negative MPU result means that the authorities have come to the conclusion that you are currently not fit to drive a vehicle safely on the road.
Immediate consequences
- The driving licence withdrawal remains in place. Without a positive MPU report, the driving licence authority will not reissue or return the driving licence.
- The legal situation remains unchanged. Driving motor vehicles is therefore still not permitted and may lead to criminal prosecution in the event of non-compliance.
What can I do?
- Inspection of the expert opinionFirstly, you should read the report carefully to understand the reasons for the negative result. The report will usually also give advice on what steps should be taken to improve your fitness to drive.
- If in doubt, seek adviceIf you do not understand exactly why you have received a negative report, ask us or other MPU counsellors, for example, for clarification.
- Working through the problemsIt is often necessary to seriously address the underlying problems that led to the MPU. Therapies or self-help groups can also be helpful to get to the underlying causes.
- Preparation for the repetitionIf you have recognised why you have received a negative report, you can prepare yourself specifically for this, for example with the help of our preparation course
- Repeating the MPUAfter a certain preparation time and as soon as you are sure that you have made the necessary changes, you can repeat the MPU. There is no limit to how many times you can repeat the MPU, but each repetition is of course associated with costs.
Costs and time
- CostsThe costs for the MPU must be borne by you, and these costs are incurred again for each repeat test.
- TimeThere is no set time limit after which you must or can repeat the MPU. However, the time should be used sensibly to work on the problems identified and increase the chances of a positive result.
The practical tips and practice tests were incredibly helpful. They gave me the self-confidence I needed for the MPU. Thank you! (Y. Masna)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Why do I have to go to the MPU for points?
An MPU due to points / offences can be ordered if you have reached a certain number of points in the driving aptitude register in Flensburg (usually 8 or more points). This serves to check whether you are still fit to drive a vehicle despite repeated traffic offences.
What is tested during an MPU for points or criminal offences?
In the case of an MPU due to points or criminal offences, the focus is primarily on assessing the risk of future traffic offences. The extent to which you have reflected on your behaviour, learned from it and are willing and able to change it is examined. In addition to the psychological examination, medical or performance-related tests can also be carried out depending on the individual case.
What happens in the psychological interview?
In the psychological part of the MPU, you will have an interview with a traffic psychologist. This is about the background and circumstances of your traffic offences or criminal offences, your own behaviour and the lessons you have learned from them. It is important that you can show insight and explain what specific steps you have taken or will take to participate responsibly in road traffic in the future.
What are my chances of passing the MPU?
The chances of passing the MPU depend heavily on individual preparation and the willingness to critically reflect on your own behaviour and make lasting changes. Thorough preparation and, if necessary, participation in our preparation course will significantly improve your chances of success.
Do I have to pay the costs of the MPU myself?
Yes, you usually have to pay the costs of the MPU yourself. These can vary depending on the scope of the examination.
For which offences is an MPU ordered?
Drinking and driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol is one of the most common reasons for an MPU being ordered. There are certain limit values which, if exceeded, can result in an MPU. Typically, an MPU is ordered from 1.6 per mille, but this can also be the case for lower values, especially if there has been an accident or repeated alcohol offences.
Drugs in road traffic
Similar to alcohol offences, driving a vehicle under the influence of drugs (e.g. cannabis, cocaine, amphetamines) also leads to an MPU being ordered. No distinction is made here between hard and soft drugs; proof of consumption can be sufficient.
Endangering road traffic
This category includes behaviour such as driving at a speed that is clearly too high, ignoring red lights or dangerous overtaking manoeuvres that are classified as grossly contrary to the rules of the road and reckless and pose a significant risk to other road users.
Hit and run
Leaving the scene of an accident without allowing the necessary findings to be made can also lead to an MPU being ordered. Hit-and-run driving shows a sense of responsibility that is not considered compatible with safe participation in road traffic.
Driving without a licence
Driving without a valid driving licence can be seen as disregarding the legal framework for road traffic and may give rise to a review of your suitability to drive a vehicle.
Aggressive driving behaviour
Offences resulting from aggressive driving behaviour, such as coercion in road traffic or extreme cases of "road rage", can also lead to an MPU being ordered, as they raise doubts about suitability for responsible participation in road traffic.
Serious traffic offences resulting in death
Serious traffic offences, especially those that lead to the death or serious injury of other people, can result in an MPU. In such cases, the person's psychological suitability for safe participation in road traffic is intensively examined.
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