Speed demon number plates for fast motors and petrolheads. Either find one that will take it and write a letter to dvla that it has been scrapped, you have then advised them of such whether they like it or not or stick it on ebay in the parts section rather than cars for sale to avoid the. That happened in 2006, and the dvla is finally set to issue redesigned certificates. If you bought a car and never received the v5c, youll not need to pay the. Here you will find the contact numbers for all driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla departments, if you prefer you may also email them by clicking here. Mar 21, 2016 using the dvla service gives a lot of the basic information youd want to know when buying a car. Own a car, and youll have a registration document that proves it. You will need a couple of things in order to do this. Ask the seller for the registration number, make and model and mot test number. This seems to have been kept fairly quiet as even the welsh call centre lady had not heard about it, but confirmed i was now listed as the previous keeper. Alternatively if you are looking for the perfect number plate we have over 63 million private plates for sale which can be found at the click of a button. Tell dvla when you no longer own a vehicle, or you buy a vehicle as either a registered keeper or motor trader. Itll contain all the essential details about the car, and the keeper, such as. I couldnt imagine anyone doing this in the first few years if a cars life, only when it becomes older and cheap to mess around with.
You cannot use this service if youve already sent your log book v5c by post. Vehicle logger is the easiest and simplest way to create, share and report vehicle log books for mileage, fuel, expenses, and tax purposes. V5c vehicle registration certificate logbook young driver. This is called the v5c, and it shows that youre the registered keeper of the car and your. Lost my logbook v62 form sell or apply for log book v5c. I recently sold my car to someone but i just gave him the log book without sending anything to the dvla. V5 logbook error motoring discussion back room forum. Send it to dvla with the green new keeper slip you were given when you bought the.
Volume 4 auto driver vehicle car log record book series by log, mileage auto isbn. How do i speed up dvla log book process hello all, i have recently purchased my company car, as it was well below book price. You cant tell them on the v5 about scrapping any more, they removed that option. These changes will only apply to cars registered with dvla on or after 1 april 2017. Hi everyone, i bought another micra in a few weeks ago. Instead, you are required to give your logbook to a loan provider as collateral until you can pay back the amount of money you borrowed.
Then send this v5c to the dvla at the address, swansea, sa99 1ba. A logbook is, essentially, your certification to prove that you are the owner of a vehicle. Aug 06, 2010 that happened in 2006, and the dvla is finally set to issue redesigned certificates. I am still waiting for my v5 so i dont want to contact to this seller cos he is such as brick you know. It is against best practice and government advice to buy a car without its dvla v5c registration certificate, informally known as the logbook. You can sell or scrap your car even if you dont have the v5c.
Dec 14, 2015 when entering a reg number into it says no details held by dvla. If they do, youll get a v5c registration certificate log book within 6 weeks. Sending off me reg docs to dvla to get addresses on em changed should i put each do in a seperate enveloped and send it registered or all o them in. Every single car sold has a unique v5c certificate, the dvla issues that. Dvla medical advice for drivers and riders to navigate to important dvla content please visit our main areas of dvla information, dvla registrations, drivers, and vehicles. The dvla has emphasised that it is important not to buy a used vehicle that is missing its logbook as it might be stolen or hard to tax. I returned the car after 10 days because it had a few issues. Dvla logbook check v5c logbook checks before buying a. All details on your vehicle registration log book v5c must be up to date and correct. The dvla recently introduced a fast track scheme for vehicle owners who had lost their logbooks. Andrew had verbal confirmation that the vehicle was registered 31st october 2005 with 2 owners from new this is equal to 1 former keeper. This service doesnt give you vehicle information that could unexpectedly cost you money. The v5c car registration document, informally known as the logbook, is the main record relating to a vehicle.
The police unit investigating the theft has retrieved 1,400 cloned cars worth. View vehicle record picture the scene, its your second day in a completely new role and you read an email asking you to write your first blog. Weve been working closely with stakeholders over the past 12 months to make sure that in the run up to this, theyre aware of the changes and know what, if anything, they need to do to prepare. The dvla logbook andrew had verbal confirmation that the vehicle was registered 31st october 2005 with 2 owners from new this is equal to 1 former keeper after a dvla logbook check. If you are intending to buy a car but it still has a blue logbook, ask the seller to request a new red version from the dvla before you pay them. Just sold my motorcycle recently, and it seems you can now specify the new owner online between the hours of 8am6pm. Gps tracking or manual entry for vehicle mileage either km or miles. In addition, the vehicle logbook works as a summary of the vehicles key statistics. Dvla logbook check v5c logbook checks before buying a used. May 10, 20 hi everyone, i bought another micra in a few weeks ago. Dvla logbook v5c changes in ownership, address or status. No log book or tax on car, help needed digital spy. You can phone the dvla on 0871 976 3359 for all general queries, alternatively you.
Tax a vehicle without a logbook often, you can get road tax for a vehicle at a large post office branch and order a new log book at the same time. Remember that if you part exchange your old car into a dealers and dont notify the dvla using the yellow slip you are leaving yourself in a vulnerable position. Firstly, your v5c certificate where your 11digit reference number is. When a change needs to be made, you can learn how to get the ball rolling on by searching the dvla online. The society of motor manufacturers and traders recently revealed that approximately 70,000 were taken without consent in 2014. Mark norman, managing editor of cap monitor future residual values, said dealers should educate their customers about the importance of the v5 and tell them about the fast track scheme.
How to check the history of your vehicle auto advance. Oct 12, 2014 its hugely important for you to notify the dvla once you sell or transfer your old car. Dvla logbook, explained v5c logbook, change of address. Its also lawful to do so provided there is no outstanding finance such as a logbook loan or hire purchase. Contact the seller also ask them if they sent the logbook to dvla they should have got you to sign it at the time of the sale and then posted it off to dvla. The dealer will usually register a brand new vehicle for you. The v5c is a paper document issued by the dvla to the registered keeper of a vehicle and is used to confirm proof of ownership and the. Is this because it doesnt need an mot, or because it doesnt have one and should. Mar 14, 2015 i couldnt imagine anyone doing this in the first few years if a cars life, only when it becomes older and cheap to mess around with. Check that the details youve been given match the information held by dvla.
The ultimate guide to your v5 log book 2020 update. New vehicle tax rules moves dvla into the world of webinar. The dvla is a government organisation of the uk that maintains the database of all drivers in the uk. It becomes especially difficult when you want to buy road tax. Change your address or name on your vehicle log book v5c you must update your vehicle log book v5c if you change your address or name. Use this link if you have lost your logbook and want to buy or sell a car. The revised paperwork will come back in due course. Dvla once i have my deed poll, how do i change the name on the log book for my car.
The legal owner of a car is the person who bought it. Tax car without v5 logbook or reminder taxing a car. The dvla have informed me that the dealer was obliged to let them know that i was the new keeper. Oct 22, 2012 you cant tell them on the v5 about scrapping any more, they removed that option. The company insists that as i am purchasing the car, i must have the log book transferred into my name. Op, youre going to reregister it anyway, so put the correct details on the v55 form and submit it with all the other paperwork. Jan 07, 2009 i recently sold my car to someone but i just gave him the log book without sending anything to the dvla. Dvla no longer require you to post the v5c logbook. When you buy a car the seller should give you the logbook, the name given to the logbook by the dvla driver and vehicle licensing agency is a v5 vehicle registration form, the old name for a v5 form was a logbook and till this day everyone calls a v5 for a logbook, the new style logbook is red in colour, it is a4 in size and opens. Alternatively if you are looking for the perfect number plate we have over 63 million private plates. Select a make to view car models that are currently on the road in the uk. Just send your original blue logbook with a covering letter to dvla, swansea, sa99 1ba. Maybe they just did not know the procedure and have not sent the logbook off. Failure to notify the dvla of an address change can result in a fine of up to.
I bought a 2nd hand car and havent had the log book through. The dvla v5c car registration log book explained the v5c is a paper document that shows who the registered keeper of a vehicle is and can be used to inform the dvla of a change of ownership, update your name and address or tell them a vehicle has been modified, scrapped or writtenoff. Issued by the dvla, your v5c registration certificate or logbook is the most. Logbook loans are not associated with the dvla at all. It had 18,000 miles on it when i bought it 9 years ago, but came up as an auto with the dvla. Enter your car registration to check mot history, mileage and how rare the car is. Most scrap yards want the log book to take the car. Search for more reg like this more like this click for details on 1 go details on 1 go. National numbers is not affiliated to the dvla or dvla personalised registrations.
You should fill in the change of name details on section 6 of your v5c registration certificate for your car and sign at section 8. Jan 27, 2017 from 1 april 2017, the way vehicle tax is calculated is changing for new cars and some motorhomes. If your vehicle registration tax is paid to the dvla via direct debit they will need to be notified in order to ensure the payment is still made. Fill in the standard application for a log book dvla v62 form. Call 0300 790 6802 with the registration number, make and model of the vehicle and the document reference number of the blue logbook the 11 digit number on the front of the log book.
Basically, youll need to send the entirety of the v5c to the dvla, with your new name or new address filled in the appropriate section of the document. Jan 08, 2009 it has an option for scrapped but it says only tick if you have personally break up the vehicle i did not personally break it up the car written off and the recovery company scrapped it. To make sure you have full rights over your car, you should always have your logbook. To get a new v5c in this instance, youll have to apply by post by sending off a v62 and the v5c2 thats the green new keeper slip. I believe that dvla used to use ict which autoinput data from. If you read part d of dvlas v62 form it clearly states a log book for a cat b car costs. If this is the case the car is still technically theirs. Get a replacement log book v5c if the original has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed, or you have not received one for your new vehicle. Dvla will contact you to confirm the changes and inform you if extra vehicle tax needs paying. Jun 29, 2015 the dvla has emphasised that it is important not to buy a used vehicle that is missing its logbook as it might be stolen or hard to tax. Your logbook or v5 document is proof that you are the registered keeper of your vehicle. The v5c document, also known as your cars logbook or simply the v5.
In the dvlas eyes, the logbook proves your ownership of a vehicle. Show off the power beneath your bonnet with a customised registration. Other car owners send their cars v5 off to the dvla but leave it weeks and sometimes months before doing it. As i am no longer insured through the company policy, i have insured it on a 30 day temporary basis on an existing policy i have. The dealer then sent this new v5 with the original plate to me but with the old owners name on it. Dvla v5c logbook enquiries 0843 903 3770 uk contact number. Selling your car v5c logbook notification to dvla private or. The v5c is a way for the government to keep track of all of the cars in the uk.
It was the first time ive sold a car so i did not no the importance of sending the log book to the dvla. Dvla warns drivers not to buy vehicle without logbook regit. Well keep you updated on our progress and will let you know how our new services will meet the gds digital by default service standard. Change your address or name on your vehicle log book v5c. If you did not get a log book for your new vehicle download and fill in an application for a log book v62. Inside the log book is all the information about the vehicle. How to get a replacement vehicle log book using form v62. How let the dvla know youve sold a car contact the dvla. We will use this blog to keep you up to speed on all things digital at dvla. Tutorial on filling out your vehicle registration document and notifying dvla of sale or transfer. When you buy a car the seller should give you the logbook.
Apply for a new logbook via dvla form v62 if you have defaced or lost your vehicle v5c logbook, you can still transfer ownership of your car or sell it to a third party. But you might be surprised to hear that droves of people simply dont do it. But, despite warnings, some cars are still being put up for sale without the paperwork. It has an option for scrapped but it says only tick if you have personally break up the vehicle i did not personally break it up the car written off and the recovery company scrapped it. I have just bought a car, but it has no log book or tax, i ive just look around the dvla site and as far as i can see it will take up to six weeks to get a log book until then i cannot tax it, and i have nowhere of road to keep it until i do but the. Check online to find out what information the driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla holds about a vehicle.
Dvla advises motorists not to buy a vehicle if it doesnt have a v5c logbook. From 1 april 2017, the way vehicle tax is calculated is changing for new cars and some motorhomes. Expense logging fuel, tolls, parking, maintenance, registration, etc. The address for any other dvla vehicle classification change is. It can also be used to inform the dvla of a change of ownership if you sell your vehicle, or if the vehicle has been scrapped, modified or written off as well as updating your name and address. How do i inform dvla that i sold my car when i have no log. Check frequently dashboard indicator lights exterior lights tire inflation and condition windshield washer fluid engine oil level check every 3 months. Enter your registration to find out how rare your car is. Ive spoken to fella who purchased my car and he said he will sort it, but i just want to be sure the man i sold the car to seems like a genuine guy, so i dont believe he will do. Driver car log record book for cars trucks bus vans and any vehicles. When entering a reg number into it says no details held by dvla. Thankfully, the new red version makes clear that the certificate is not proof of ownership of a car. Dvla no longer require you to post the v5c logbook when selling a vehicle.
Using the dvla service gives a lot of the basic information youd want to know when buying a car. Process to change log book name of car uk deed poll office. As there was a private plate transfer, the dvla have now informed me they did issue the dealer a new v5 with the original plate. National numbers is a recognised reseller of dvla registrations.