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Is it illegal to take delivery of a new car before date of registration?
I'm buying a new car which will be registered for the 1 September; however, the dealer wants to deliver the car early and keep it on my driveway. I phoned to get insurance cover and was told that it is illegal for the dealer to supply the car before the 1 September, is this correct?
Asked on 23 August 2013 by HD
Answered by
Honest John
The car can be delivered to your driveway on the dealer's insurance and will remain his responsibility until 1 September. You cannot drive it on the road until 1 September when the VED and your insurance commence.
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