Prior to putting your car up for sale make sure that you have the original V5C document, without it most people will not buy your vehicle. If you have lost the original you can apply for a replacement from the DVLA using a V62 application form or by calling 0300 790 6802.

When showing someone your vehicle do not leave them alone with it or allow them to take a test drive without you, thieves sometimes pose as potential buyers. Do not part with your vehicle unless you are sure that what you are being paid with is genuine, even cash can be forged.

If, in your advert you make it clear that the vehicle comes without tax you can get a refund on your road tax. Take the tax disc out of the car and apply for a refund from the DVLA by posting a completed V14 form and the tax disc to them.

If you have a personalised number plate make sure that you fill out the paperwork needed for you to retain the right to continue to use that number plate. You need to fill in the DVLA form V317 to do this. Do not advertise or sell the car until you have received confirmation of your right to retain usage from the DVLA.

When you sell your vehicle do not forget to inform the DVLA. Not doing so could lead to you being held responsible for motoring offences committed by its new owner or anyone that they let drive the car. The easiest way is to fill out your portion of the V5C registration document and send it to the DVLA. If you do not have that document you can write a letter informing the DVLA of the change of ownership instead. Once you have told the DVLA that you have sold the vehicle you will get a letter from them within 4 weeks that confirms they are aware of the change of ownership. If you do not receive the letter within 4 weeks it is important that you speak to the DVLA to find out why not.

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