How to Apply for a V62 Form if Your Vehicle Registration Details Are Incorrect

If you need a replacement vehicle registration certificate (V5C), commonly known as a log book, and your current vehicle registration details are incorrect or you are not yet registered as the vehicle’s keeper, you must apply using form V62. This form is specifically for cases where you need to correct details or register as the keeper for the first time.

When to Use Form V62

• If your vehicle’s registration certificate has incorrect details that need updating.
• If you have lost the V5C and need a replacement that includes corrected information.
• If you have recently become the registered keeper of the vehicle but the log book has not been updated to reflect this.

If you only need a duplicate V5C without any changes to the details, you can apply online for a replacement certificate instead of using form V62. The online service is faster and allows you to tax your vehicle at the same time if required.

How to Apply Using Form V62

1. Obtain the V62 form: The V62 is a paper form and cannot be completed online. You can get a printed copy from the DVLA website or certain Post Office branches.
2. Complete the form carefully: Provide the correct and updated vehicle details, including registration number, make, model, and your keeper information.
3. Include the appropriate fee: There is usually a fee to apply for a replacement V5C using the V62 form. Check the latest fee on the official DVLA website or the form instructions.
4. Post the completed form: Send the form and payment by post to the DVLA. The postal address is provided on the form and official guidance.

Because the V62 must be posted, keep a copy of your completed form and any payment proof until you receive your new V5C.

What Happens After You Apply?

After the DVLA receives your V62 application, they will process your request and issue a new vehicle registration certificate with the correct details. This process can take several weeks, so it is advisable to apply promptly if you need the updated log book for taxing or selling the vehicle.

You can tax your vehicle at the same time as applying for the V62 if you need to. However, if you have applied for a replacement due to incorrect details, it is generally best to wait for the corrected V5C before taxing to avoid complications.

Additional Points

• The V62 form is only for use in Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales). Different procedures apply in Northern Ireland.
• If you are unsure about the correct details to provide or the application process, consult the official DVLA guidance or contact them directly.
• Do not send the form electronically or by email, as the DVLA requires the original paper application.

Official reference: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-for-a-vehicle-registration-certificate. Always check the latest official guidance. Related forms: Browse our form category.

Important: This article provides general information. Government rules, forms and procedures can change, and this article may not reflect the latest updates. Check current GOV.UK guidance or the relevant authority before relying on it. ITG & Co. is independent and is not affiliated with a government department.