VIC will be abolished from 26th
October 2015
In order to ensure the smooth
implementation of the new scheme transitional arrangements will apply between
1st - 26th October 2015 to make sure that VIC inspections can be completed for
vehicle applications already in the system.
From 26th October 2015 DVLA will no longer issue V5C’s for
Category A and B vehicles.
The transition arrangements from 1 October 2015 means that any new
applications for a replacement V5C for category C vehicles are unlikely to need
a VIC test. Customers should contact
DVLA or DVSA to check.
With effect from 26th October for category C vehicles with historical
VIC markers, tests will no longer be required for a customer to get a
replacement V5C. Where an appointment
for a VIC is already scheduled the vehicle will be inspected up to
abolition. However if the owner wishes
to wait until 26 October they can cancel the DVSA appointment under the normal
terms and reapply for a V5.
A replacement V5C for a category C vehicle will continue to be FOC.
New DVLA application forms are being prepared & will be available
from 26th October. There is
currently no information about the speed with which DVLA will issue V5C for cat
C salvage.
Category A and B vehicles will continue to require a VIC check to obtain
a replacement registration document up to 25th October. After this
date these vehicles will no longer be issued with a V5C and must be destroyed.
