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Mon 25 Nov 2013 21:24
any - towing - dan86

I need to move a car that runs and the breaks and lights work but it isn't taxed or insured. Are there any legal issues with this?

The tow car will be taxed insured and MOT'd.

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Mon 25 Nov 2013 22:12
any - towing - Doc

If the wheels of the car being towed are on the road then you need insurance, road tax and a valid MOT. (Unless being taken to pre-booked MOT)

Otherwise it has to be a flat bed.

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Mon 25 Nov 2013 22:27
any - towing - dan86

Thanks

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Tue 26 Nov 2013 14:26
any - towing - Cyd

Otherwise it has to be a flat bed.

or a car trailer behind a suitable tow vehicle.

or try and find a local owner/operator with a truck with a tail lift - see if he'll do it for cash.

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Tue 26 Nov 2013 17:20
any - towing - RT

or try and find a local owner/operator with a truck with a tail lift - see if he'll do it for cash.

Can't use a suspended tow on an untaxed car that isn't broken down.

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Tue 26 Nov 2013 21:19
any - towing - Cyd
Can't use a suspended tow on an untaxed car that isn't broken down.

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