If I were to store a car and no longer drive it, what needs done in regards to documents?

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If I were to store a car and no longer drive it, what needs done in regards to documents?

My elderly aunt has decided that she no longer wishes to drive. She has a 25 year old Mini she has had from new with low mileage. The insurance expires in May and the tax in November. The car is kept in a garage. She intends to sell the car once we have returned to a greater degree of normality. What does she need to do in the meantime regarding documentation?

Asked on 15 April 2020 by Greenie34

Answered by Keith Moody

Declare the car SORN (www.gov.uk/make-a-sorn) and she'll be able to get a refund on the remaining VED. Would also recommend looking into off-road/storage insurance - otherwise you'll have no cover if the car is damaged or stolen.

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