All vehicles registered will get given a unique registration number. Then, when the DVLA has the details of you and your vehicle, they will issue a V5C as a confirmation that the vehicle has now been registered. If you have still not received your V5C after 3 weeks, you should contact the DVLA Customer Service team.
How do I get a replacement tax disc?
Replacing a lost tax disc Complete Form RF134 (pdf) to get replacement documents and have the form witnessed by a member of the Garda Síochána at a Garda station. Forward your completed form with the appropriate fee to your Motor Tax Office.
Can I view my v5 online?
You need to get a log book (V5C) if the original has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed by you or your insurance company. You can get a duplicate log book online if you do not need to change anything in the log book. The log book will be posted to the address which the DVLA has on record.
How much is a new v5?
It’s much quicker to use the online service to replace a lost or damaged V5C log book and motorists will get a new one in 5 working days – motorists applying by post may have to wait up to 6 weeks. It costs £25 for a duplicate log book whether you go online or apply by post.
What to do if log book hasn’t arrived?
If you did not get a log book for your new vehicle
- Download and fill in an application for a log book (form V62).
- Send it to DVLA with the green ‘new keeper’ slip you were given when you bought the vehicle. You do not have to pay a fee.
Can I drive my car while waiting for logbook?
Can I tax my car while waiting for my log book? Yes. If your log book (also known as a V5C) has been lost, damaged or stolen and you’re waiting for a new one to be delivered, you can still tax your car by visiting your local Post Office.
What do I do if I lost my tax disc?
Lost/Misplaced Tax Disc? You must apply to your local motor tax office for a replacement tax disc where the original has been lost (e.g. in the post) destroyed or damaged. You must complete Form RF134, get it witnessed and stamped by a member of An Garda Siochána, and then send to that office.
How long does it take to get a replacement log book?
Times vary, but it typically takes around one week to get a replacement V5 if you apply over the phone, and two to six weeks if you apply via the postal service. Log book not arrived after six weeks?
Can I change my log book online?
Notes to editors: Change your address on your vehicle log book (V5C) service can be found online. Once customers have used the online service to change the address they will receive an email confirming that they must destroy their old log book.
Can you tax a car without a log book?
It is possible to tax your car without your log book. You can tax your car if you have the V11 reminder letter, using the 11-digit reference number. You can then tax your car online. DVLA says that if you’re the new keeper and you don’t have the new logbook (V5C) then you must apply for a log book replacement.
