Question on V5

geordie_e · Derestricted Danger Joined: 16 Oct 2006 Karma :

Hi

I have recently purchased a virago 535 as a project.

I have bought it off a good friend ( so I know its not nicked) but a week before I bought it he sent the V5 to DVLA as he was going to scrap it and sell off the bits on fleabay

So whats the best way of getting a hold of a new V5, ive tried the forum search but just feel like im going round in circles

Cheers
Geordie

Ichy · World Chat Champion Joined: 15 Jul 2005 Karma :

If he has told the DVLA that the bike is scrapped then it will no longer have a V5, in fact it will no longer exist full stop.

geordie_e · Derestricted Danger Joined: 16 Oct 2006 Karma :

so if thats the case is it just a case of re-applying for a V5 ?

Cheers
Geordie

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

stinkwheel · Bovine Proctologist Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Karma :

You'd probably be able to apply for an age related plate for it from the DVLA if it still has all the original bits.

You'll need some sort of proof of the date of manufacture. Usually one of the owners clubs can provide this for a small fee.

Failing that it's an MSVA test and a Q-plate.
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geordie_e · Derestricted Danger Joined: 16 Oct 2006 Karma :

thanks for the replies guys

I have the plate and at the mo bike is orginal (engine may need swapping in the future, the reason for my mate to scrap it)

Is it worth popping into my local DVLA tomorrow with MOT and old bits of V5 that were left with me ?

Cheers
Geordie

stinkwheel · Bovine Proctologist Joined: 12 Jul 2004 Karma :

You can try. But I'll garauntee they will be as unhelpful as possible.

Don't tell them who you are, they'll probably try to fine you or your mate for something. Ask your questions in general terms only and don't produce documents unless it looks like they are going to actually do something useful with them.
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“Rule one: Always stick around for one more drink. That's when things happen. That's when you find out everything you want to know.”
I did the 2010 Round Britain Rally on my 350 Bullet. 89 landmarks, 3 months, 9,500 miles.