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Application for a vehicle registration certificate, also known as a log book (V5C).
Get a replacement vehicle log book (V5C) if yours is lost, stolen, damaged, not received for a new vehicle or if you need to update details.
You need to get a replacement V5C certificate (vehicle log book) if: the…
Apply by post if you: need to change the vehicle details on your V5C did…
How to register your vehicle and the cost: including new registrations, kit-built vehicles, repairs and restorations, and structural modifications.
You have to register a car or any other vehicle as soon as you’ve: bought…
Register a new vehicle The dealer will usually register a brand new…
Your vehicle may not have been registered before with DVLA if it’s: brand…
You’ll have to pay a fee of £55 if you’re registering and taxing a vehicle…
Repairs and restorations bring a vehicle back to the manufacturer’s…
Your vehicle must meet the road vehicles regulations if you use it on the…
If you modify a chassis, monocoque bodyshell or frame to change the…
Your vehicle must comply with the road vehicles regulations if you use it…
All vehicles registered in the UK must have a unique, stamped-in vehicle…
DVLA issues ‘Q’ registration numbers to vehicles whose age or identity is…
Find the right phone number, email or postal address to contact DVLA about driving licences, vehicle tax, medical enquiries and vehicle registration
Renew or get vehicle tax if you do not have your reminder letter (V11), email or text message - renew online or at the Post Office with your V5C.
Updating your V5C registration certificate (log book) if you make changes to your vehicle.
What you need to tell DVLA and how to deal with vehicle tax if someone who was a driver has died
Update your vehicle log book (V5C) and send it to DVLA to change your name.
Application form (V890) to register your vehicle as being off the road, also called a SORN.
Complete a V627/3 form if you're notifying DVLA of a structural modification.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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