THE GENTRY MOTOR CAR COMPANY

'CLASSIC LOOKS WITH OLD FASHIONED SERVICE'

 

 

   SVA   -   PART BUILT KITS

We receive many calls regarding SVA and registration, especially in relation to 'older' incomplete projects.  the rules are actually easy to follow but are not always followed by the relevant authorities which makes giving an exact answer very difficult.

As a general rule, a kit that was built on a Herald chassis SHOULD NOT require and SVA and therefore in theory can be built and then DVLA notified that the car has had a body change.  Occasionally DVLA don't agree with themselves on this one and try to insist that it will require an SVA.  If an older type kit is submitted for a test it will fail as there are quite a few significant changes that are required and several smaller not so significant changes that are required in order to pass.

By rights a kit built as above should just be examined to ensure that the engine and chassis numbers match the V5 and then the V5 amended to reflect the changes.

If the 'part built project' or '90% complete, only needs a few weekends to finish' kit has been built on a TP motors chassis which is used as a replacement for the donor cars chassis then the car will require an SVA and it is unlikely to pass.

Now there are occasions when these types of kit have 'slipped' through the net and have just received an identification check, so yes I know that occasionally such a result is possible, but, no-one can guarantee it.  This means that if you listen to the wise knowledgeable kit builder and he encourages you to go for it, 'because everyone else is telling you a load of twaddle' then you may find yourself spending more money than you wanted to and investing a lot of time into a project that will never be used on the road.

The choice is yours.  We are only offering to provide some clear information on the possibilities!

If you are unsure about what your intended project is then give us a call or email us some details and we'll give you our opinion on what you could be letting yourself in for. Advice costs nothing, but may save you unnecessary expenditure of both time and effort.

 

REGISTRATION

The Registration process of your new kit is quite clear and easy.  The build manual contains copies of the relevant forms with details of how to complete them.

DVLA will wish to inspect the vehicle to ensure that all the numbers match.  Once completed they will issue the car a new number.  This will be age related to the donor but is unlikely to be the donors number.

We will provide assistance in this process to those who have purchased a kit.

 

One of the 'few' sites that we are happy to link to.  These offer good advice and information if you are looking for a 'private' plate for your car