You need to replace a vehicle log book or v5c if the original got damaged, lost, or stolen. Retention of a personalised number plate simply registrations. A v5 is the dvlas record of the registered keeper and does not confer or imply vehicle ownership. Get a replacement log book v5c if the original has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed. A v5c or car log book is very important if you ever sell your car, or if youre buying a used car. If they do, youll get a v5c registration certificate log book within 6 weeks. Its been a month now and im starting to worry a bit. I passed my driving test about a month ago and bought a renault clio last week. The registered keeper of a vehicle can apply by telephone if the v5c is missing, damaged, or destroyed.
A similar process also applies if you did not get a v5c logbook with a new vehicle. Its usually 10 working days so 2 weeks from receipt of the v5 form. This has the details needed for a reissue and youll be charged up to a. Mar 23, 2020 if you realise youve lost your v5c or it has been stolen or become badly torn or stained, you can apply for a new one by calling the dvla on 0300 790 6802, as long as youre the registered. If you get a message saying this registration number. Oct 28, 2015 you should then receive your your new log book within 14 days. And i cant technically ride the bike abroad until i get this.
If you realise youve lost your v5c or it has been stolen or become badly torn or stained, you can apply for a new one by calling the dvla on 0300 790 6802, as long as youre the registered. You can get duplicate documents with ease you just need to know where to look. The v5 log book holds the details of the registered keeper of the vehicle. New services see excellent take up dvla digital services blog. Therefore customer must ensure they have all the required documentation at the time of inspection. A v5c, or vehicle logbook, is the dvla document that proves you are the registered keeper. I think you can only get your logbook from that lovely. They work according to different timescales at different times of the year. The process for replacing a lost v5c log book can take up to six 6 weeks to complete. It can take up to 5 working days to get the replacement log book. Remember, if youre getting replacement keys youll need to take along your vehicle registration document v5c as well as your driving licence to prove that youre the owner of the car. Sorry to be vague, but i dont even drive, the cars for my mother.
Hey people, ive only gone and lost my v5 document for my car which i was i looked online the other day, im sure you have to pay a fee but not the full. I say planning because it looks like it will take anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks to get the v5c change of ownership processed. Its important to keep your vehicle registration updated when selling your car. It can take up to 5 days to get a replacement if you apply by phone, and up to six weeks via the postal service.
If you have requested a certificate of destruction cod, it should arrive within 48 working hours. Replacing a lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed v5c will set you back. Mar 15, 2010 it depends on how busy they are at a given time. Dvla warns drivers not to buy vehicle without logbook regit. Change address on v5c dvla update name on log book. Take along your vehicle registration certificate v5c, often referred to as the log book.
V62 takes longer as they write to the previous owner to validate the change of ownership, and give them 2 weeks to respond. Now, if you have a car and you have just lost the car log book it is fairly simple to get a replacement. In the past, ive been up to the local dvla office, where they can do cherished transfers over the counter, rather than the normal 46 week malarky, does anybody know if its possible to get a v5. The v5c which can also be known as the log book or by its old name, v5 is a vital piece of paperwork that is often forgotten about in the back of a drawer until it comes time to sell your car on. If this is the case and the original owner doesnt repay the. The company insists that as i am purchasing the car, i must have the log book transferred into my name. But so long as your mot is still valid, youre still allowed to drive while. Oct 05, 20 how long does it normally take for the dvla to process and send your log book back for a change of vehicle details.
I bought my vrs on the 28th august but i am still waiting for the logbook to come through. How to take advantage of cheaper car insurance prices. Uk website if you do not get your new log book within six weeks. Get a free online valuation in under 60 seconds by clicking here, and sell your car in under an hour. How fast can you get a replacement v5 vehicle log book. Ive just sent the application to dvla for a v5 and have telphoned to. You can find information on how to get a replacement v5c there, or you can simply sell without a v5. How to check if a v5c logbook is genuine free car check.
Dvla say 24 weeks, but i am bored so thought i would poll the hive mind of stw for some answers 8. Hi all, ive bought a car and had to send off a v62 form to get a log book in my name. You can sell or scrap your car even if you dont have the v5c. David bilsborough talks through the importance of v5, log books, vehicle registration documents and why theyre important. Bought a car 10 days ago fully taxed and insured, but havent received the log book from dvla yet. Ive not done one for a while but remember it being around 4 weeks. The dvla website said it will take 2 weeks but has anyone ever got one quicker.
Aug 10, 2014 on collection, we will complete section 9 of the v5c and you need to send this to dvla. This is done in one of two ways and depends on whether the vehicle was first registered before or after january 1993. Since 2008 the vrt charge on all passenger vehicles has been based on co 2. If you are not a motability scheme customer, you can request a replacement certificate from the dvla opens in new window. You should then receive your your new log book within 14 days. Anyone had any experience of how long they actually seem to be taking in the. The dealer will usually register a brand new vehicle for you. You should receive this small part of the log book at. 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. This is called the v5c, and it shows that youre the registered keeper of the car and your. Dvla v5c logbook enquiries 0843 903 3770 uk contact number. His affairs are in a complete mess, cant find the log book.
Own a car, and youll have a registration document that proves it. You can apply by post by filling in a v62 form, or over the phone if none of your details have changed. Jun 23, 2015 how long did take to get your dvla log book. In the past you told the dvla that youd sold a car by completing the relevant section of the log book or v5, as its officially known by hand before giving the buyer the v5c2 new keeper supplement and posting the rest of it to the dvla in swansea. You need the 12 digit reference number from the v5c2. Think the best thing to do here is fill in the form and also include a covering letter explaining the situation. There are so many things to consider when trying to estimate how long a service will take, youll generally find that a mechanic will give a roughly estimated timeframe for the vehicle to be completed depending on the time you are dropping it off and the work that needs. This document contains all the information about the history of the machine, its current and previous owners, technical parameters of the vehicle, and much more. How to get a replacement vehicle log book using form v62. How long will it take the dvla to return a log book after youve changed the engine number and cylinder capacity. So take a moment to find your v5, check the details are. How long does it take for a log book to come through. I dont know how long they normally take to arrive the only difference is that its an exmotability car and needs to be reregistered or something similar.
The previous owner had private number plates and the log book was sent to dvla as the orginal plates needed registering back on the car. Ive lost mine somewhere in the house i think and hope and i want to part exchange the car now. The recent rule changes require you as the buyer to pay excise duty before taking the vehicle on the highway. Jun 09, 2007 i have lost my log book for my car and it will cost. Vehicle management online services before the end of march i told you that the new pr service to take a registration number off a vehicle was made available to the public and that the put a registration number on a vehicle service would. Registrations started after the 30day limit will incur additional charges. 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. How fast can you get a replacement v5 vehicle log book from dvla. Ive got a car sat there currently sorn thats already registered in my name that is raring to go but i cant tax it sadly. Call dvla if the new log book has not arrived after. Jul 31, 2008 i passed my driving test about a month ago and bought a renault clio last week. Both options need details from your v5c log book, and if youve lost it or need more info, weve compiled the ultimate guide to the v5c here. Find out everything that there is to know about your dvla logbook. Your registration certificate should show your current name and address.
If you sell your vehicle or trade it in for a new model, you must register the change of ownership. Anyone got any idea of how long it takes to get this with the new registered keeper from dvla. Never ever rely on the dvla, they lull you into a false sense of security, everything goes swimmingly for months, v5s turning up in 5 days, then you take a depo on a car and working on past reliance on v5 turning up you promise the customer thursday, and thursday doesnt happen, on monday your on the phone, gladys tells you that you can tax it at post office when you cant and by wednesday. If your online application to take a number plate off a vehicle is successful you should receive a replacement v5c registration certificate logbook by post within five working days. It will arrive within 10 days though, i know that much. This has the details needed for a reissue and youll be charged up to a maximum of. The document is issued by the british agency dvla analogue of our mreo. You should never buy a car that doesnt have a log book as this could be a sign the owner has taken out a logbook loan on the vehicle, borrowing money against the value of the car. Request copy of your logbook v5c registration certificate. If the dealer will not do it, you can register the vehicle yourself. This short video explains what to do if you have lost yours. It can take up to 6 weeks to get the replacement log book by post. Apr 29, 2020 the v5c which can also be known as the log book or by its old name, v5 is a vital piece of paperwork that is often forgotten about in the back of a drawer until it comes time to sell your car on. 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 specific details of a.
You need a uk address to apply for a replacement v5c log book. Buying a car with no v5 general dealer chat car dealer. To apply for a replacement via phone, simply ensure you have a valid uk credit or. To prevent fraud, we will only purchase a vehicle from you if it is your name on the v5. Legally, youre not required to have a logbook to sell your car. There is a 30day time limit to register vehicles in the state. The ultimate guide to your v5 log book 2020 update. Hi, i am wondering how long it takes to receive a log book after it was posted by the previous owner. I have to declare a second hand car just bought offroad, but as it has to be done within 10 days of sale i am wondering if i get my log book on time. Thus, you should apply before taking a vehicle out of the united kingdom also. Take along your vehicle registration certificate v5c, often referred to as. Jun 21, 2007 how do i obtain a replacement vehicle log book v5 document. Alright folks, pretty much as the title suggests really how long does it normally take for the dvla to process and send your log book back for a change of vehicle details.
If you are a motability scheme customer, your v5c vehicle registration certificate or log book is held by us so that we can tax your car automatically. The watermark is in the top left corner of the document but it should also be visible across the entire document at various places. You can either apply by phone or post, and theres a. New services see excellent take up dvla digital services. If youve never seen a v5c before, you might struggle to tell the difference between a genuine document and a forgery. You register a change of ownership at your local motor taxation office if your vehicle was first registered before 1 january 1993. Theres also after hours, one of the busier forums on boards. Your v778 retention document usually arrives by separate post a couple of days after the v5c log book. To get a replacement log book just follow the below steps. To get a replacement v5 document, you just need to follow the same process as if the logbook had been lost. It should be reasonably expected that applications via post will take longer to process.
V5c, v5 document, log book all these are the names of one and the same paper document on the registration of the vehicle in the uk. The sales man said it shouldnt be longer than 10 days, its been 15 days since i bought the car. Ive even had a letter off the dvla saying that i no longer own my last car which i sold after i bought my vrs. Got a car from manheim without a v5 after about 10 days nothing has.
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. No insurer will ask for one unless there is a collision and it is written off. How to sell a car without a v5c logbook 2020 update. Oct 01, 2008 lost log book, need new 1 very quickly. If you did not get a log book for your new vehicle download and fill in an application for a log book v62. Sent the v62 form off on 2407 and wondering how long i will have to wait. How long does it take the dvla to send your log book back. Jan 29, 2020 there is a 30day time limit to register vehicles in the state. The quickest way to get a replacement log book if you were the registered keeper on the original one is to call the dvla. Whether its your log book or your driving licence, we can help you out. Sep 25, 2008 i bought my vrs on the 28th august but i am still waiting for the logbook to come through. A v5c is one a3 sheet of paper folded in half to give four a4 sides.
This depends on your car make and model, whats involved in the actual service and how busy the mechanic is. They said i cant collect my car in till the dvla have sent back the log book. Address changes are free, and replacing a lost example is just. You can get a replacement mot certificate from any mot testing station it doesnt have to be the one you had your car tested at. If you have a question or want to find out a little more about our service, our frequently asked questions should be able to help. V5 registration document changes to your vehicle form saga. I am the registered keeper and owner of the vehicle and the log book was left with a relative for safe keeping whom i do believe may now try to fraudulently sell the vehicle as and act of malicious spite, the easiest way to prevent this is to obtain a fresh log book, how do i do this.
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