How to Use the DVLA V62 Form to Register a Vehicle with Missing Previous Keeper Details in the UK

If you want to register a vehicle in your name but do not have the previous keeper’s details or cannot obtain the original vehicle registration certificate (V5C), the DVLA V62 form is the appropriate tool to use. This form allows you to apply for a new vehicle registration certificate when the existing details are incomplete or unavailable.

When to Use Form V62

The V62 form is specifically for applying for a vehicle registration certificate (commonly called a log book) in cases where:

• You have bought a vehicle but the previous keeper’s details are missing or not provided.
• You have lost the original V5C document and need a replacement but also need to update the registered keeper information.
• You are not yet registered as the keeper of the vehicle and cannot complete the process online or via the usual V5C transfer method.

Importantly, the V62 form cannot be completed online and must be printed and posted to the DVLA. This differs from ordering a simple duplicate V5C when no changes to the log book are required, which can be done online.

What You Need to Do

1. Obtain the V62 form: Download and print the latest version of the form from the official source.
2. Complete the form carefully: Provide as much information as possible about the vehicle, including make, model, registration number (if known), and any details you have about the previous keeper.
3. Include any relevant documents: While the form does not require the previous keeper’s details, you should provide evidence of ownership such as a purchase receipt or a bill of sale.
4. Pay any applicable fee: There may be a fee for processing the application; check the current amount and include payment as instructed on the form.
5. Post the completed form: Send the form and payment by post to the DVLA address specified on the form.

What Happens Next?

Once the DVLA receives your V62 application, they will process it and, if everything is in order, issue a new V5C vehicle registration certificate in your name. This confirms you as the registered keeper of the vehicle.

You will then be able to tax the vehicle at the same time if you need to, which is convenient if you are registering a vehicle that has not been taxed.

Important Considerations

• The V62 form is a paper-only application; electronic submissions are not accepted.
• If you have the original V5C and only need to change details or transfer ownership, you should not use the V62 form but follow the standard V5C transfer process.
• Applying with a V62 form does not guarantee that the DVLA will accept the application if there are issues with the vehicle’s identity or ownership.
• For any uncertainties, such as missing information or eligibility, you should check the official DVLA guidance or contact them directly.

Using the V62 form is the practical solution when previous keeper details are missing, enabling you to register the vehicle in your name and obtain a valid log book. It helps keep vehicle records up to date and ensures you can legally tax and use your vehicle on UK roads.

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.