Papers for business vehicles.
WHAT A VEHICLE TYPICALLY REQUIRES
Registration and number plates Proof of ownership Vehicle licence Roadworthiness certificate Insurance Hackney permit, for commercial passenger use Local government permits, in some cases
WHY THEY ARE CHECKED TOGETHER
Enforcement examines the set, and one missing document causes problems.
WHAT PROOF OF OWNERSHIP IS
A document evidencing title to the vehicle.
WHY IT MATTERS
It is required for registration, transfer and insurance claims.
WHAT TO VERIFY WHEN BUYING A VEHICLE
That the documents match the vehicle That the seller has title That there is no outstanding finance
HOW
Inspection of documents and available verification channels.
WHAT TO DO ON TRANSFER
Complete the change of ownership properly.
WHY
Liability follows the registered owner otherwise.
WHAT COMMERCIAL USE ADDS
Additional permits and, frequently, different insurance.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
What your intended use requires.
WHAT TO KEEP
Copies in the vehicle, originals secured.
WHAT TO CALENDAR
Every renewal.
WHAT TO TRACK FOR A FLEET
Each vehicle's documents and expiry dates.
WHY
Missing one is discovered at a checkpoint.
