Published November 2026. A V5C logbook is the first thing to ask for when you look at a used car, and fake or stolen logbooks are one of the oldest tricks in the book. A genuine V5C doesn't prove the seller owns the car, but a fake one is a near certainty that something is … Continue reading How to Check a V5C Logbook Is Genuine
The 27 plate goes on sale on 1 March 2027. New cars registered from March to August 2027 carry "27" in their number plate, replacing the 76 plates issued since September 2026. This guide explains how UK number plates work: what each part means, how to tell a car's age from its plate, the rules … Continue reading 27 Plate Explained: How UK Number Plates Work
You can't look up who owns a car from its number plate online. A car's registration is linked to its keeper, so their name and address are personal data, and the DVLA only releases them to someone with a "reasonable cause", such as an accident or a car abandoned on their land. This guide explains … Continue reading Can I Find Out Who Owns a Car From Its Number Plate?
A lost V5C can be a headache, especially if you need to sell or tax your car. Fortunately, replacing a missing V5C log book is relatively quick and inexpensive, while many other lost car documents – including MOT certificates, insurance documents and tax reminders – can now be replaced or accessed online. This guide explains … Continue reading Lost V5C? How To Replace Your Car Documents
Losing or damaging your V5C logbook can be stressful, especially if you need it quickly to sell your car, update details, or tax your vehicle. But don’t panic—getting an urgent V5C replacement is easier than you might think. Here’s everything you need to know about speeding up the process and checking your car’s details in … Continue reading Urgent V5C Replacement: How to Get Your Logbook Fast
To change ownership of a car is an essential step whenever you sell, buy, gift, or inherit a vehicle. It’s the legal process that ensures the correct person is registered as the keeper of the car, protecting the seller from future liability and allowing the buyer to insure and tax the vehicle in their own … Continue reading Change Car Ownership in the UK: Complete Step Guide
To remove a private plate might sound complicated, but the DVLA process is simpler than you think. Whether you’re transferring it to another vehicle, keeping it for later, or switching back to standard plates, the key is knowing which forms to use and how to apply. This guide walks you through every step—from paperwork to … Continue reading How to Remove a Private Plate: What You Need to Know
V5 document refers to the UK vehicle registration certificate, officially called the V5C logbook. Issued by the DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency), it records important information about a vehicle and its registered keeper. Understanding the V5C is essential when buying, selling, or owning a car in the UK, as it helps confirm registration, prevent … Continue reading V5 Document: The complete guide to a V5C Logbook
We understand. Your vehicle is your prize possession so it's only natural you want to personalise it. Follow this concise guide to go from standard plate to private plate in no time. You can check the number plate history of any UK registered vehicle on Total Car Check. 1. Number plate research and planning: Budget: … Continue reading How to buy and assign a private number plate
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has reported that new car registrations in the UK fell by 14.3% to 243,479 in March on last year. Whilst the fall is largely attributed to the lack of new car supply there are also concerns that the current cost of living crisis may be leading many … Continue reading New Car Registrations Drop 14%: The Impact On You
