What documentation do I need when I sell my car?

Vehicle registration document (V5C) Vehicle service history (if applicable) All keys – including spares. Any accessories related to the use of the vehicle i.e. user manuals, locking wheel nut, memory cards etc.

What do I need to tell the DVLA when I sell my car?

If you don't have your V5C registration document you need to write to the DVLA via the following address DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BA, and give them the following details: The vehicle's registration number, its make and model. The name and address of the new keeper. The date when you sold it.

Do I need my v5 to sell my car to a dealer?

Selling a car without the V5C

Not having a logbook does not limit where you can sell the car, but you might find it even more difficult through a car dealer, who will be more likely to require full documentation. Once the vehicle is sold, you'll need to inform the DVLA of the sale in writing.

How do I transfer my v5 to a new owner?

Transferring your car ownership online

A straightforward and streamlined process, transferring ownership online involves completing the form on the DVLA website. All you'll need is the details of the new keeper (including their email address), along with the 11-digit reference number from the car's V5C.

Do you need the MOT certificate to sell a car?

Yes. However, whilst it is totally legal to sell a car or van without a valid MOT certificate, it does make the process more difficult. For example, if you do manage to find a buyer for the vehicle, they will not be able to drive the car away after they have purchased it – as it is not legally 'roadworthy'.

Selling your car. V5 document tutorial. (Step by step)

How do I fill out a V5 when selling my car?

For the three-part V5C registration document: Fill in the top half (the blue part) of the three-part V5 registration declaration with the details of the new owner. You will need to sign the document (as will the person to whom you are selling the vehicle).

Can I buy a car and drive it home without MOT?

The answer is that it is illegal to drive your car without an MOT unless you are driving to an MOT test centre or garage. However, even then your car must not have any serious, dangerous faults – these will be listed on your MOT test certificate.

Who is responsible for changing ownership of a vehicle?

The transfer of ownership always comes down to the previous owner, as they are the one in possession of the V5C, otherwise known as the vehicle logbook, which is a certificate of registration.

Can I transfer ownership of a car online without V5?

Can I transfer ownership of a vehicle online without V5? Yes, it is possible and legal. It can be harder to find a car buyer. But as long as the buyer is informed and has agreed to the sale and you follow the required procedure, there should be no issue.

What is proof of ownership of a car?

When it comes to buying the car the owner should ensure they've retained a receipt of purchase. The receipt should detail the date of purchase, the exact amount paid and the payment method, the name or company name of the seller, and the make, model and registration number of the car.

Who sends off the V5 when selling a car?

Once the buyer has bought your car, you will need to fill out the V5C/2 new keeper supplement of the V5C. You then tear it off and give it to the new keeper. You can also complete this process online. You will receive an email confirming the change of keeper, followed by a letter in the post.

Do I cancel my road tax if I sell my car?

Your buyer must tax the vehicle and complete the transfer of ownership process while they meet you to buy it. You must cancel your vehicle tax on the same day you complete the sale. Since they cannot tax it without insurance, your buyer must have a policy set up on or before the day they complete the purchase.

Can I sell my car while waiting for logbook?

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 is likely to deter potential buyers, as it can be a sign of a stolen vehicle.

What happens if I don't tell DVLA I've sold my car?

You must tell DVLA you've sold the vehicle and give them the full name and address of the buyer. If you do not do this, any vehicle tax refund you're owed might be affected.

What document shows proof of car ownership UK?

The simplest way to prove that you are the owner of a car is by presenting your original vehicle registration document, the V5C logbook.

Can I view my V5 online?

Can I get my V5C online? V5C is a paper document – there is no online record of the logbook available at the moment. You can, however, use DVLA's online services to change information in your logbook or to apply for a new or replacement V5C document using a V62 form. Find more information below on how to apply online.

How do I prove ownership without V5?

When selling without a V5C, you'll need to provide a bill of sale which includes all info for the new buyer to apply for a new logbook. That includes: Vehicle make and model. Your car's reg.

What happens if you don't have a V5 document?

If you bought a vehicle without a V5C, you will need to apply for V5C (logbook) using a V62 application which may take up to 6 weeks and costs around £25. Only once you received V5C you will be able to tax the vehicle.

Do I need to tax a car as soon as I buy it?

MYTH 2: I've just bought a car - I cannot tax my vehicle because I do not have a V5C registration certificate (log book) in my name. If you're the new keeper, you can use the green 'new keeper' slip from the log book to tax your vehicle straight away.

Who is responsible for notifying the DVLA of change of ownership?

Your V5C certificate or logbook

This is in the form of a red paper document, though some cars may still have older versions in blue. Anyone selling the vehicle has to inform the DVLA of the transfer as a legal requirement, and failure to do so can result in a fine or prosecution.

How do I change car ownership details?

Transferring car ownership online

You'll need to provide details of the new owner and the 11-digit reference number from your vehicle's V5C logbook. Once you have completed the form, you should receive an email confirmation (and so will the new owner, so long as you have provided their address).

Is V5C proof of ownership?

A registration document (V5) is not proof of ownership. The registered keeper should be the person who is actually using / keeping the vehicle and this is not necessarily the owner of the vehicle or the person who is paying for it.

How long can you drive without road tax?

The short answer is, you can't. Unless you're driving to a pre-booked MOT test, you're not allowed to drive without road tax. If you're caught driving without tax at any other time, you could face serious fines or penalties.

Can I drive an untaxed car home after buying?

Can I drive my car home if I've just bought it? Yes, but you need to tax it in your name before setting off. Road tax is not automatically transferred from the old owner to the new owner when you buy the car. And you must have insurance, as well as a valid MOT if the car is more than three years old.

Do speed cameras check for MOT?

Do ANPR cameras check MOTs? Yes. Automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras are everywhere, both in police cars, on the road and in carparks, and are used by various law enforcement agencies, including the police and the DVLA.