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  • Replacing Lost Vehicle Documents (Replacement Log Book Ireland)

    Please note:The information below is for informational purposes only and therefore is not an official source. For any queries or questions relating to any information contained herein, please direct all questions to the appropriate government agency. VEHICLE DOCUMENT CONTACT NUMBERS: Vehicle Registration Certificates (Logbooks) - 061 365 005 Change of vehicle ownership -061 365 005 Motor Tax Queries -...

  • Declaring when a vehicle is off the road

    Declare you car off the road If your vehicle is not in use and will not be kept in a public place you need to declare your vehicle off the road. Unless your vehicle is not in use and you intend to sell the vehicle, you will not need to fill out an off-road declaration form. If you intend to...

  • What is a Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection?

    Pre-Purchase Car Inspections A pre-purchase vehicle inspection is a detailed and thorough inspection to ensure that a vehicle is in a good mechanical condition, safe and roadworthy and is carried out by a mechanic and an automotive engineer assessor that is qualified and experienced, offering invaluable feedback. The engineer will inspect the exterior of a vehicle for signs of major...

  • What is a MyVehicle.ie Car History Check?

    Experts recommend a vehiclehistory car check before you buy any used car, but what is a MyVehiclecar history check and is it really worth it? Every single day there are people in Ireland unknowingly buying used cars that have either been previously written off, previously damaged, stolen, clocked or under finance! In most cases, everything initially seems fine with these...

  • Change of Ownership Car Ireland - MyVehicle

    Change ownership of a car If you buy, sell or trade-in a used vehicle, you will need to register for the transfer of vehicle ownership from its current owner to the new owner of the vehicle. The law requires that all changes in vehicle ownership must be notified to the Department of Transport.Any change of ownership must be recorded on...

  • Are you monitoring your tyre pressure?

    The importance of monitoring your tyre pressure It is important for us to know that our vehicle is in good working condition and one of the ways we can do this is by monitoring our car’s tyre pressure. If you are not regularly checking the pressure of your tyres you could beputting yourself at risk and reducing the vehicle's overall...

  • Buying a used car? Check the documentation first

    Check the car documentation before you buy that car Before you buy a used car it is vital that you view and verify the correct documentation that should accompany the vehicle. It is important that you check the details of the car’s documentation accurately and that they match with the car. The seller of the vehicle should be able to...

  • Why buying a used car in Ireland is riskier than buying a used car in the UK

    5 main reasons why buying a used car in Ireland carries more risk than that of our British counterparts Why the first step in purchasing a used car should be to check the background history of the vehicle. Here are the reasons why: UK: Written-Off Vehicles – Category Write-off A, B, C & D disclosed IRELAND: Written-Off Vehicles – Category...

  • Paying too much for insurance? 10 ways to reduce your motor insurance premium

    Insurance Premium Top Tips Finding affordable car insurance is becoming an increasingly difficult task. With so many different car insurance companies and brokers, online your options are now more plentiful, however, the loops to qualify for the insurance are becoming more difficult to jump through. The tips below should help you navigate your way through the market finding the...

  • Buying a car? How to negotiate with a Dealer

    It is easy to say that you won’t pay what a dealership is asking for, for a specific car, but negotiating with the dealer to accept a lower price is something else entirely and can be a daunting task for any individual. It can be a pressuring activity to negotiate with a car dealer but by following these tips you...