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  • Does an extra former keeper mean a problem? 24 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Is the V5 record of a previous owner of my (still very low mileage Honda Jazz) car likely to affect its trade-in value to a dealer or private buyer?
  • Unlocking radio on a Nissan Micra 1996. 4 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Managed to get the code but 'SECURE' will not disappear so that I can't input CODE? Any way past this!?
  • Skoda Yeti - New car: third keeper 28 Feb 2011 (Forum)
      I received delivery of a new Skoda Yeti from an approved dealer in October 2010. Numerous enquiries about the V5C's whereabouts led to my finally receiving it 4 months later. It was then that I discovered that I am the third keeper. The dealer has been less than helpful
  • Is the DVLA accepting paper applications? 30 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
    The DVLA call centre isn't open due to Covid 19. I posted my V5C application two weeks ago. The website now says no paper applications until further notice....
  • V5C - Dealer's name on green slip! 18 Sep 2013 (Forum)
    for not checking I know.  The problem is that I am still waiting for the new V5C to arrive, and he is still waiting for his money for the tax (which I won't pay until I have the documents for my car!).  What can I do about this as technically, the car is in his name!!  I have a receipt
  • Is it wise to buy a car that's had the engine replaced? 20 Apr 2018 (Ask HJ)
    Should I buy a car that's had a new engine put in?
  • Getting a Ford radio recoded 16 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I need a radio code for my Ford radio which is a 5000 RDS EON I have the serial number. What should I do?
  • V5C lost in post -- advice please 11 Sep 2010 (Forum)
    I sold a car on ebay on July 20th. I sent the V5C to the DVLA, but it would appear that they did not receive it. I have received a tax reminder for the vehicle. Unfortunately, the buyer turned up and took the car away that day. I am now in a position where I have absolutely no idea who
  • Notifining 14 Nov 2009 (Ask HJ)
    Given how our incompetent political masters treat us; I would advise readers to return the Section 9 form of V5C to the DVLA using special or recorded...
  • Ford Mondeo - Car insurance claim - legal advice 17 Aug 2013 (Forum)
    – and hence I am looking for advice regarding the same. I have recently moved to a new house and hence wanted to change my address on V5c document before filing the claim. I realised the V5c document in not on my name and on my husband’s name instead. Even though my husband
  • What is the engine Euro emission rating of my car? 11 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
    How can I check the engine Euro emission rating of my car? I own a 2005 Honda Civic Type R and it is on the margin date wise. Is there an easy way to check?
  • Do you know the radio code for a 1997 Ford Fiesta? 9 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Can You please tell me the radio code for Ford Fiesta 1997, RDS 5000?
  • Buying a car from the internet 6 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am considering buying a new car from UK Car Discount that I found on your web site. How reliable and trust worthy are they? I know you can deposit via...
  • Mis Match 25 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a new Volkswagen Golf 1.4TSI Match from a Volkswagen franchise on 24th November, 2010. I bought the car for £16,600. On 27 November 2010...
  • I bought a van but have no V5, can I sell it? 9 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
    I bought a new van from a local dealer in March. I am now looking to sell the van, but the dealer hasn't given me the V5. After some investigation the...
  • How do I go about taxing a classic car that's been SORN'd since 1995? 29 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 1953 Ford Popular which has been off the road since 1995 on a SORN. I have moved in that time and only have the V5 not the V5C. It has my old...
  • How do I become a part-time motor trader? 18 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
    Just a few questions as l am quite keen on becoming a part time motor trader, hopefully you can help. Q1 : Is it necessary to purchase Trade plates even...
  • Scrapman, John 20 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have an old car that has been garaged for the last eight years and it has been SORN’d. I have no use for it and want to scrap it, but due to various...
  • Road tax 9 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2006 Subaru Forrester 2.0 XT AWD Automatic Petrol car and am getting conflicting costs for road tax. Could you possibly confirm the correct amount...
  • please HELP!!! Registering new car paperwork.... 20 Mar 2008 (Forum)
    with me these things; V62 V10 V5C/2 Insurance Cert. MOT Ok, now I read the V62...and I gather I will not need this as I have (and written my details) the V5C/2 -New Keepers Supplement. Or am I wrong, and will I need to fill in a V62 and a V10? Or just a V10? I'm so confused...really not into paperwork.
 

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