Can you find your V5C 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 do I get my V5C document?
If you realise you’ve lost your V5C or it has been stolen or become badly torn or stained, you can apply for a new one by calling the DVLA on 0300 790 6802, as long as you’re the registered keeper.
Where is my V5 from DVLA?
Your V5C logbook should arrive within at least 6 weeks, however if your logbook has not arrived after this time, you should contact the DVLA directly. If you’re waiting on a V5C after buying from a private seller, it’s worth ensuring that they completed and returned the V5C to the DVLA.
How long does V5C take to arrive?
DVLA aims to send out a new V5C to you as soon as possible, usually 4 to 6 weeks after getting the old V5C from the seller. If you do not get it within 6 weeks: complete form V62 – ‘Application for a vehicle registration certificate’
How long does it take to get a V5 online?
Fortunately, you can do that online and your new licence should arrive within one to two weeks. For a new V5 document after changing an address, it can take up to 6 weeks to arrive in the post. If your car tax is coming up for renewal in the next four weeks, it’s best to complete that first and then send off your V5C.
What do I do if I have not received my log book?
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.
How long does a V5 take to come online?
Where can I find my V5C number?
How do I find my V5C number without a logbook? Unless you happened to have written it down, the only way to get this number is on the logbook. Therefore you’ll need to apply for a new one with a V62 form, which will cost £25 and take at least six weeks.
What do I do if I haven’t received my V5?
If you do find yourself needing a replacement if your original V5C has been lost, stolen, damaged, destroyed or you haven’t yet receive the certificate for your new vehicle then you can apply for a replacement V5C log book by phoning the DVLA on 0300 790 6801 or by post using the V62 form.
Why have I not received my logbook from DVLA?
The DVLA advises that the standard log book arrival time can be up to six weeks from your request – however, if your log book hasn’t arrived during this time, you are recommended to contact the department directly via the helpline or via the DVLA’s online email system available on their website.
Can you change ownership of a vehicle online without V5?
The V5C or Logbook holds all the ownership info for your vehicle. Once a car has been sold or changed ownership, you can also notify the DVLA without needing the V5C if it’s unavailable. In fact, you can now do that online.
Can you drive a car while waiting for V5?
A V5 has nothing to do with who can drive a car. Anyone who is the owner or has the permission of the owner to drive a car can do so lawfully, if insured. The V5 identifies the registered keeper, that is all.