VIC test?

superstacker · Traffic Copper Joined: 20 Feb 2005 Karma :

Hi, ive been looking at a bike and after running the HPI it has come back as a CAT C total loss in 2002

The price is still a bargain and it looks ok and obviously ill have a good look over it

It mentioned that there has been no record of a VIC test? What does that mean and does the bike need one before i can buy it?

NSR Mick · World Chat Champion Joined: 26 Jun 2005 Karma :

Not 100% whether bikes need a VIC test.

The Vehicle Identity Check (VIC) scheme has been introduced as a deterrent to ringing. Since 7 April 2003, insurers must notify Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) of all cars ‘written off’ within salvage categories A, B or C. This notification will set a ‘VIC marker’ against the DVLA vehicle record. Whilst a VIC marker remains set, DVLA will not issue a registration certificate V5C, or vehicle licence reminder V11. The VIC marker will only be removed, when the car passes a VIC.
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Tricolor Fan · Trackday Trickster Joined: 01 Jul 2007 Karma :

VIC checks don't apply to bikes... yet. If it has a V5c there's nothing to worry about, and if it doesn't the DVLA will send you one for free.

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Keir · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Apr 2006 Karma :

as said, doesnt apply to bikes.

I dont see why cat c cars are subject to it but cat d ones arent! oh well.
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