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Do I need to send part of the logbook to the DVLA after a write off?
My car was written off by my insurer. They have asked me to send them part of the log book, but I don't know whether to leave it blank or write the insurer as the new keeper. They said to send the other part to the DVLA - which I did online to reclaim 10 months tax. DVLA acknowledge notification by email and advised to destroy the section as I don't have to post it to them. Is this because I informed them online?
Asked on 28 June 2017 by Deborah Teape
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Honest John
Fill out section nine, the yellow bit where it says "declaration". Sign and send to your insurer, it is imperative you send section four yourself to the DVLA. I generally ignore the comments online and always double up and send recorded. This then protects you from cloned vehicles, or your vehicle, being used by a salvage agent that could rack up speeding or traffic offences.
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