Does the V5C show if a car has been written off?
Where on the V5C can I find the Category letter to tell me if a car has been written off?
Asked on 28 March 2025 by Muttley04

If a vehicle is written off and this is shown on the V5/C it will appear in the special notes section on the first page. However, the absence of a category marker on the V5/C does not necessarily mean that the car has not been written off, so we would advise obtaining a vehicle history check before purchasing.
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