Guidance

Register a vehicle if you work for a vehicle manufacturer or retailer

Allows authorised vehicle manufacturers or retailers to register new vehicles or new imported vehicles for the first time.

To use this online service, you’ll need to:

  • work in the motor trade as a manufacturer or retailer
  • be approved to use the ‘secure registration scheme’
  • have been given a username and password by DVLA to sign in

This service is available from:

  • Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm
  • Saturday, 8am to 6pm

Find out how to apply for the Register a Vehicle service if you do not have sign in details.

Other ways to register a vehicle

You’ll need to use a V55/1 or V55/2 form to register any vehicles not eligible for this service.

Published 27 June 2019