question Registering an imported vehicle, HMRC and DVLA conflict - C386 form.

[Gordon_M]

A Dodge which I imported and sold on. At the time HMRC issued a C384 and C21 forms for it as they considered it to be incomplete enough for a C386. Import duty has been paid on the value of the shipment and duly recorded.

 

 

 

The current owner has finished it off, had it MVT-verified, and even had it MOT'd against the chassis number, but DVLA are refusing point blank to issue an age-related mark without a C386 form.

 

I've suggested trying the HMRC office that handled the original import paperwork, and the MVT legal boffins, but can't think of anything else?

 

Current owner is keen to avoid a a Q-Plate and get an appropriate age-related mark.

 

Gordon

[Tony B]

Sounds like Here we go Again! Does he have a copy of the build sheet from Dodge archives? I would also write to DVLA, recorded delivery and ask for the reasons in writing why the age related plate has been refused, state quite clearly you expect a reply within 28 working days. Find the part in DVLA code of conduct that covers such matters and quote it. You can almost garuntee they won't reply, so then to the Ombudsman.

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Governmentcitizensandrights/Yourrightsandresponsibilities/DG_10013518

[Gordon_M]

Thanks Tony. I'll wait to see what else is suggested and then pass it on in one chunk to the current owner, who isn't online.

 

Gordon.

[Tony B]

Go for it, and let us all know what happens. If we don't stick together, were picked off individualy.