It’s entirely possible to sell a car without a V5C logbook, and 100% legal, though it’s worth the investment to get one before doing so. Not having a V5C could deter potential buyers, as it can be a sign of a stolen vehicle.
What do you do if you don’t have a log book?
If you did not get a log book for your new vehicle
- Download and fill in an application for a log book (form V62).
- Send it to DVLA with the green ‘new keeper’ slip you were given when you bought the vehicle. You do not have to pay a fee.
Can I tax car without logbook?
Can I tax a car without a log book? No, you can’t tax a car without a log book as you need the 11-digit reference number. If you’re a new keeper of the car and you don’t have a V5C in your name yet, then you can use your green new keeper slip and tax the car using the 12-digit reference number.
Can I part exchange my car without a logbook?
You Cannot trade the car in without a log book. No experienced dealer will be unduly concerned, so long as he is satisfied that you are the legal owner – dealers commonly buy cars at auction for which the documents are “to follow/missing”.
How do I tell DVLA I sold my car without a v5?
Without a V5C You should still inform the DVLA of the sale. To do so write to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AR and explain that you have sold the vehicle.
What is V62 form?
A V62 form is an official DVLA document that is used to make an application for a replacement V5C registration document if you have not been given one when purchasing a new vehicle, or if a V5C has not arrived from DVLA within 6 weeks of registering the vehicle.
How do I tell DVLA I sold my car without a V5?
How do I tell DVLA my car is scrapped without logbook?
You must write a letter by post to the DVLA notifying them of the sale and giving them specific details regarding your vehicle, the scrap yard and the sale. They will need to know your vehicle’s model and make and registration number and the exact date the transaction took place.
Can you change ownership of a vehicle online without V5?
It’s actually entirely possible (and 100% legal) to sell a car and transfer ownership without a V5C document. Once a car has been sold or changed ownership, you can also notify the DVLA without needing the V5C if it’s unavailable. In fact, you can now do that online.
How long does V62 take to process?
How long is the v62 form process? The DVLA says that the official processing time for you log book application is two weeks. You will usually have your v62 form processed within a few days, if under normal circumstances. Sometimes, the DVLA needs to make contact with the previous owner of the car.
What do I need for V62?
How do I complete a V62 form? You must complete all sections of the V62 form including the “tax class” and VIN, chassis or frame number in section 1. The tax class and VIN number can be found on the V5 registration document. You will find them on the inside front cover under the make and model of the vehicle.
How do I scrap my car without logbook?
Can a car be sold without a logbook?
Sometimes the registered keeper may have validly lost or misplaced the logbook, but there have been cases where vehicles have been sold without logbooks that the buyer has gone on to learn the vehicle is stolen or scrapped.
Can You tax a car without a V5C logbook?
If you buy a vehicle that doesn’t have a V5C vehicle registration certificate (log book), you may not be able to tax it. You’ll need to apply for a V5C logbook using a V62 application which can take 6 weeks and costs £25.
Is it safe to buy a house without a logbook?
There is no foolproof way to protect yourself from getting done by a logbook loan. A few years ago it might have been risky to buy without the logbook but nowadays with the rise of these logbook loans it is very risky.
Does the DVLA provide a log book?
The DVLA will not supply a log book until after the VIC check has been done. Ideally they like to see the car repaired and MOT at point of the VIC check. the check will cost you 50 quid. They don’t care about standard of repairs but they just want to check its not a ringer.
