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Buying or selling a vehicle can be a challenging time. Use this section to find advice on both buying and selling vehicles, your rights as a consumer, and buying and selling privately. Get help with receiving fines on a vehicle you do not own, or learn more about how the Motability Scheme can help disabled people get access to a car.

5 articles in this section:

Advice on Buying a Vehicle

Buying a stolen vehicle is a serious risk. DVLA want to make consumers aware of their rights and provide advice to help you spot a con. When buying a used vehicle fro...

    Advice on Selling a Vehicle

    The most important thing to remember when selling a vehicle is to let DVLA know you have sold it. This applies whether you sell the vehicle privately, or to a motor deale...

      The Motability Scheme

      The Motability Scheme allows disabled people receiving Disability Living Allowance (DLA) to affordably buy or hire an adapted car. The scheme is run by an independent cha...

        Receiving Fines for a Vehicle you do not Own

        Have you received a fine or a letter about a vehicle you don't own, or have never owned? Tell DVLA as soon as possible to avoid further repercussions. Correspondence y...

          Legal Obligations of using a Vehicle

          Those who wish to drive on UK roads must observe the duties and obligations of drivers using vehicles. These include always informing DVLA of any changes to either yours ...

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