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DVLA Vehicle history request (outside UK)

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  • DVLA Vehicle history request (outside UK)

    Hello, I live in New Jersey (USA). I purchased a 1980 Mercedes via auction from Car & Classic (UK), had it shipped from Ireland to the states and I hold legal title to the car. I filed a V888 form with all necessary documentation to DVLA requesting the history of the car (Motorcheck.Ie only goes back to 1986) but was rejected by DVLA in July because, according to staff, “the Agency cannot release vehicle data outside of the UK” and that “DVLA does not have a legal power to release information outside of the UK for the purpose set out in your request.” I have filed an electronic complaint with DVLA based on this response.

    Do you know if this is accurate or whether I would have any recourse in obtaining my vehicle history through DVLA or elsewhere?

    Many thanks for any direction - I feel helpless! With appreciation, Bill
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    The DVLA only release information to third parties if they have a "reasonable cause" such as finding out who was responsible for an accident (there is a list on their website (https://www.gov.uk/request-informati...istered-keeper)

    you might find this article helpful (https://www.footmanjames.co.uk/blog/...known%20events.)

    good luck in your research

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    • #3
      Could you work around this by by using the address of someone you know in UK and having them forward it to you?
      All opinions expressed are based on my personal experience. I am not a lawyer and do not hold any legal qualifications.

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      • #4
        The feedback is greatly appreciated

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