MPU in English – Everything You Need to Know About the German Driving Assessment

MPU in english - how to prepare

Are you a foreigner in Germany facing the MPU (“Idiotentest”)? Don’t worry – with the right preparation, you can pass it successfully, even if German isn’t your first language.

Understanding the MPU

The MPU (Medical-Psychological Assessment) is not a punishment – it’s a test to ensure road safety. It usually involves:

• A medical check-up

• A psychological interview

• A performance test (reaction test on a computer)

Language Barrier – Choose English!

You can request the MPU to be conducted in English.

• Tell the Führerscheinstelle in advance

• Choose an accredited testing center that offers MPU in English

• Make sure the psychologist is fluent

Preparation Tips

• Work with an MPU coach who speaks English, like me

• Learn the key German terms that might still appear in documents

• Be ready to talk about your case in a structured and logical way

Psychological Part

This is the most important part. You will be asked about:

• The incident that caused the loss of your license

• Your past behavior

• Your future plans to prevent similar situations

Bonus Tip

Bring all documents translated into German if needed – it helps speed up the process.

Fazit: With the right preparation, you can pass the MPU even as a non-native speaker. If you need personal coaching in English, we can guide you step by step.