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DVLA sent fine for vehicle no longer mine
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To clarify - you informed DVLA of the change of ownership but threw away the acknowledgement? Now you're being chased by a debt collector, presumably on behalf of DVLA, for an "offence" that took place after you sold the vehicle?0
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You aren't going to get much help with that attitude mate :eek:0
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There is no offence of 'failing to declare SORN' - hence the questions, it depends what they are claiming - in one case it can end up in County Court, the others in Magistrates Court.0
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To clarify - you informed DVLA of the change of ownership but threw away the acknowledgement? Now you're being chased by a debt collector, presumably on behalf of DVLA, for an "offence" that took place after you sold the vehicle?
Yes finally, someone understands. This is the exact position I am in.0 -
chrisofskye wrote: »Yes finally, someone understands. This is the exact position I am in.
But you missed/failed to answer the question in that postTo clarify - you informed DVLA of the change of ownership but threw away the acknowledgement? Now you're being chased by a debt collector, presumably on behalf of DVLA, for an "offence" that took place after you sold the vehicle?0 -
chrisofskye wrote: »Yes finally, someone understands. This is the exact position I am in.
Okay. Unfortunately you will need to contact DVLA - a bad experience whether by phone or letter - to confirm that you sent in the relevant part of the registration document. If they confirm that you did, and that you are not the owner of the vehicle, then I'd be inclined to ignore the parasite debt collectors. If DVLA state that you are still the owner then you've got a problem. My son had a similar issue and they basically said he was lying. They would not budge, they would not listen to logical argument. He had to pay £100. DVLA are scammers; like the private parking companies.
Suggest you try phoning DVLA first. If no joy then come back here for advice on a letter.0 -
Okay. Unfortunately you will need to contact DVLA - a bad experience whether by phone or letter - to confirm that you sent in the relevant part of the registration document. If they confirm that you did, and that you are not the owner of the vehicle, then I'd be inclined to ignore the parasite debt collectors. If DVLA state that you are still the owner then you've got a problem. My son had a similar issue and they basically said he was lying. They would not budge, they would not listen to logical argument. He had to pay £100. DVLA are scammers; like the private parking companies.
Suggest you try phoning DVLA first. If no joy then come back here for advice on a letter.
Thanks ginger, I'll phone them tomorrow to confirm it isnt in my name anymore.
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