In fact, its a legal requirement to tell the dvla when youve scrapped your car, and unless you let them know in good time, you may end up unnecessarily costing yourself on things like road. Several months ago i filled out my change of address on my v5 and sent to dvla and didnt get new one returned. The driver vehicle licensing agency is encouraging motorists that have a bluecoloured v5c log book to exchange it for a red one. Fill in the standard application for a log book dvla. Dvla notification is a task that could normally be managed online, but in the absence of a v5 registration document theres an additional step to perform to complete the process. If you have just bought a used car, then you will need to register it with the dvla under your name. As youd expect, the dvla are pretty strict when it comes to scrapping your car. A v5c or car log book is very important if you ever sell your car, or if youre buying a used car. Replacing a log book via post is simple too download, print and complete this application form v62 and send it with a postal order or cheque payable to dvla swansea for. A v5c, also known as the log book, is a paper document that registers a vehicle with the dvla and shows who the registered keeper of that vehicle is.
The v5c form evidences that the car is registered with the driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla. V5c appeared to be the result of missreading script when the brown continuation log book was. The dvla swansea office is the headquarters for the dvla. Include a cheque or postal order made payable to dvla, swansea and allow up to 6 weeks to get a v5c. It forms a part of the department for transport and also manages driving licenses, road tax and private number registration plates. This is a list of postcodes in the sa99 area covering the areas of nongeographic, swansea. Including the correct post town in the address increases the chance of a letter or parcel being delivered on time. If you have bought the vehicle and want to drive it on the road. Application to transfer or a vehicle registration number v317. This document is used by the dvla to keep track of any changes during a vehicles lifetime such as a new owner or address. Use either method to inform the dvla about your car sale, and you should get an acknowledgement letter within 4 weeks. Following the closure of the 39 offices that formed the original local office network around the country.
Theve got a different one for each department big office dave. Simply enter your scrap car registration and postcode for collection and motorwise. What is the address to send you logbook back to dvla after. Following the closure of the 39 offices that formed the original local office network around the country, all the dvlas work has now been fully centralised in swansea. This was done because the agency wanted to run a more efficient service, and by centralising things not only could. What is the address to send you logbook back to dvla. A guide to the new v5c vehicle registration document. Dvla logbook, explained v5c logbook, change of address. 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. The dvla is the government body that is the national centre for issuing licences and registering cars. If you did not get a log book for your new vehicle. Online notification via the dvla website is quick and easy with some standard questions about new owner information to notify you have sold a car, you need the 11digit v5c logbook reference number with the name and address of the new owner.
Aug 25, 2016 online tools tell dvla youve sold your car. This technical help call costs 5p per minute from a standard bt uk landline plus your phone providers access charge. You will need to have a new log book v5c in case it has been stolen, damaged or destroyed. The address looks the same, but note that the postcodes are different. This is the new keeper or new namenew address details. Youll probably end up with no log book as the royal. Jul 10, 2015 to view your licence details, simply log into into the mylicence portal, youll need your driving licence number, national insurance number and the postcode on your driving licence. Usually, youll normally only register your vehicle and get your v5c in the post when you buy, build, alter or import a car. Following the closure of the 39 offices that formed the original local office network around the country, all the dvla s work has now been fully centralised in swansea.
The postcode is within the mynyddbach wardelectoral division, which is in the uk parliamentary constituency of swansea east. Driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla, swansea vehicle tax enquiries. If you do buy a car without being given the v5c2, you can apply for a new logbook, but the dvla and other organisations tend not to recommend this as it suggests the car you have bought was not from the official owner. Find the right phone number, email or postal address to contact dvla about driving licences, vehicle tax, medical enquiries and vehicle registration contact dvla gov. The v5c document formerly v5, commonly known as a vehicles log book, is the registration certificate for uk vehicles. Appearing on the front of the document with a light pink background, it contains current registered keeper usually their full name, address including postcode and the v5c document reference number. You can apply via phone if you are a registered keeper on the log book. A v5 document, often referred to as a log book, is a registration certificate for vehicles in the uk and is the document which the dvla uses to keep track of any changes to a vehicle. Changes should be marked in your v5c log book if it is to be kept at your new address. Its something ive never done, but i had a chat to someone about it in the past as you do get them in the block every now and then. Use this form to register a vehicle under its original registration number when. Find the right phone number, email or postal address to contact dvla about driving licences, vehicle tax, medical enquiries and vehicle registration. I need to send back my dvla document for the because they have put my name down as dunlan. I am now the proud registered keeper of a one owner 2008 porsche 911, b well according to the dvla i.
Dvla extends check code validity from 72 hours to 21 days regit. 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. The free portal allows users to view the vehicle categories theyre entitled to drive and any endorsements or penalty points accrued. List of post towns in the united kingdom wikipedia. Youve already transferred any personalised registration. Use this service to find the right phone number, email or postal address for dvla. Contact the dvla on phone why is it important to have a log book v5c. The logbook is one of the most important facets of your vehicle and your entitlement to be able to drive.
Your name and address are up to date on your registration certificate v5c thats the log book. A post town is a required part of all postal addresses in the united kingdom and ireland, and a basic unit of the postal delivery system. In 2006, a significant number of blank, blue, certificates were stolen. It was built in 1967 and is an impressive 16 story building in the clase area, with additional offices in swansea vale. Mar 23, 2020 ensure the name and address on the v5c are correct and tell the dvla by post instead if they need to be updated.
When changing address on a uk driving license, and vehicle. If youve owned your vehicle for so many years that its ready to be recycled, then the chances are you may have misplaced that logbook long ago. Dvla change of ownership address tell dvla sold car v5c. The dvla have different postcodes for different requirements and sending something to the wrong.
The vehicles make and model must match the one on your uber profile. Location where the car is currently registered including postcode area andor city or region. Dvla webchat all of our advisors are currently unavailable. This is a list of post towns in the united kingdom and crown dependencies, sorted by the postcode area the first part of the outward code of a postcode. The dvla and selling your car complete guide 2020 update. When i ask them on the phone if they can confirm if they have received my old license back, they state that they do not keep a record of old returned licenses. What does it mean when the dvla cant find your details. As a rule this process takes around four 4 weeks to complete. Dvla sent me a new logbook, spelt my name wrong so i have to. Dvla will complete the registration of the vehicle and then issue a new v5c log book to the registered keeper. Conversation shut down fast, shame i thought we were making pro. The dvla has different postcodes depending on which department you are writing to.
Vehicle registration v5 0844 453 0118 dvla contact number. Dvla drivers should exchange blue v5c log books for red regit. Interesting information for swansea, wales, sa99 1bd postcode. Yes just a bit, arrives at dvla no post code means it will go to a different department to sort out where it goes. It contains all the essential information about your car, such as the name and address of the registered keeper, the date it was first registered, number of previous registered keepers, the cars make and model, colour and engine size. Its important to inform the dvla promptly, as you can be fined. Instead, it states the name and address of the registered keeper as the responsible owner or driver of the vehicle. As my tax was due to run out end of september and i hadnt got reminder or new log book i phoned dvla to find out why. Therefore, its hardly surprising that the dvla has set up both an online portal and a helpline to field a large number of logbook enquiries that may crop up for motorists up and down the uk. I was waiting for a v5 form to come back from the dvla and when i opened the envelope today i have had the wrong car registered to me.
Some simple questions regarding the v5c form and nondisclosure of use of private information. Dvla sent me a new logbook, spelt my name wrong so i have to send it back. It can take up to 6 weeks to get the replacement log book by post. Dec, 2017 some simple questions regarding the v5c form and nondisclosure of use of private information. Sending my license and v5c back for change of address, have 2 addys. Dvla lost my v5 logbook, now want to charge me for new.
How to register a old and classic vehicles at dvla uk. They advised they were lacking a postcode my dad is sure the buyer. Dvla sent v5 to wrong address now want to charge me for. Reference numbers range from bg8229501 to bg9999030 and bi2305501 to bi2800000. The post office will confirm whether you can get road tax without the log book. Dvla sent me a v5 logbook for the wrong car off topic. Go on their web site should be able to give you the right address for what you need. The correct procedures for vehicle registration of kitbuilds at the dvla. One department would probably pass the extra bit of your ap. All content is available under the open government licence v3. 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. How to get a replacement vehicle log book using form v62. A full list of uk postcodes in the sa99 district covering the areas of nongeographic, swansea with longitude and latitude and area descriptions, also available as csv and kml.
Just give the dvla a ring on monday morning and see if its been received. This is pretty straightforward and doesnt take too long. You the will have the ammunition to make a complaint and then get your mp involved. The ultimate guide to your v5 log book 2020 update. What is the address to send you logbook back to dvla after you have sold your vehicle inc postcode sources. Fill in the standard application for a log book dvla v62 form. The dvla is the organisation responsible for the upkeep of a database of uk drivers and vehicles. Driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla, swansea vehicle. 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 vehicle.
In 20, several local offices were closed down and now all dvla proceedings are centralised from their swansea office. The seller will fill out section 6 of the log book. If so, dont worry you wont need your logbook or even a copy to get your car scrapped. Webchat opening hours due to the reduced number of staff on site, we are not able to offer a webchat. You must have the bill payers permission if you continue to use the service. So hi im david billsborough from cheshire castebased a quick service station in crews most people in the uk are guests understand that a vehicle has what is called either a v5 or a real whole registration document or logbook im sure if you put that in a public west most people say logbook so what is a love book or a love books denotes the. You can also inform the dvla of the sale or transfer of your car online by the gov.
So now, i have no logbook for my car, because the retards who work in the sorting room within the dvla have lost my v5. I just done mine online and then need to cut my licence in half and send it to the dvla to get my new one in 2 weeks and then send the logbook with the new address in and post town as well lol its so much hassle. This not only includes permanent addresses, but also if youre. The dvlas logbook enquiries department has been set up to handle all concerns regarding the documentation, meaning that if you feel you are entitled to a replacement or if youd like to know more about what a logbook does, the team will. Date received at dvla date processed at dvla retention transfer 4 details for the retention document grantees details see note a, section 4. Step by step guide on telling dvla youve sold your car. Application to register a vehicle under its original.
Send it to dvla with the green new keeper slip you were given when you bought. Online tools tell dvla youve sold your car cartakeback blog. The vehicle registration must match your v5c logbook and your uber profile. So, it essentially keeps all the information about all the cars registered in the united kingdom. Call dvla if the new log book has not arrived after.
You can use the v5c to change your name and address, inform the dvla if the car is scrapped or modified and transfer vehicle ownership. Sold a car, buyer put incorrectfalse address on v5c. Contact details for the driver and vehicle licensing agency dvla in swansea. The v5c logbook provided by dvla is not evidence of legal car ownership. Instead you should write to dvla immediately and supply them with your name, address, vehicle registration and confirm the date that you sold the vehicle and provide the details of the recycling company that you sold the car to. However, you cant use the service if youve already sent your log book by post. If you or the vehicle you will be using is not covered on the insurance certificate you will also need to provide us with supporting documentation. A log book is not essential to help you drive a car, but it should hardly be avoided keeping in check. You need to prove to the dvla youre in the trade and that you have bought it from a trade source with no log book. Apr 02, 2007 my name is mark edmond boucher no 8 kier hardie road baglan sa128dh. This page combines information for the address swansea, wales, sa99 1bd, and the neighbourhood in which it resides. The departments that do these two functions exist at different postal addresses and are different teams of people. A call to the dvla confirms my logbook is still in my old address. To record your new address, fill out the details in section six of the v5c log book, please note the dvla wont accept join names or a post office box addresses.
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