The MPU Survival Guide – How to Regain Your German Driver’s License

Losing your driver’s license in Germany due to Alkohol am Steuer (drunk driving) or drug-related offenses can feel like a life sentence. The infamous Medizinisch-Psychologische Untersuchung (MPU), often called the “Idiotentest,” stands between you and getting back on the road. As a legal professional who has helped countless clients navigate this process, I’m sharing an insider’s guide to passing the MPU, avoiding common pitfalls, and—when possible—challenging unfair license revocations.