So, you’ve decided to take your car off the road and declare it as SORN – Statutory Off Road Notification. It may sound like a hassle, but fear not, I’m here to guide you through the process in true Clarkson style.
First things first, you’ll need to have your vehicle registration certificate (V5C) at hand. This document contains all the necessary information about your car, including its make, model, and registration number.
Next, head over to the DVLA website and navigate to the ‘SORN a vehicle’ section. Fill in the required details, such as your vehicle’s registration number, make, and model. Make sure to double-check all the information you provide, as any mistakes could cause delays in the process.
Once you’ve submitted the necessary details, you’ll receive a confirmation from the DVLA that your car has been declared as SORN. This means you no longer have to pay road tax or insurance for your vehicle, but it also means you can’t drive it on public roads until you’ve taxed and insured it again.
Now, you may be wondering why anyone would want to SORN their car. Well, there could be various reasons – perhaps you’re going abroad for an extended period, or maybe you have a classic car that you only take out for a spin on special occasions. Whatever the reason, declaring your car as SORN is a straightforward process that can save you money in the long run.
Remember, it’s essential to keep your car off public roads once it’s been declared as SORN. Driving a SORNed vehicle on public roads is illegal and could result in fines or even prosecution. So, make sure to park your car on private property or in a garage until you’re ready to tax and insure it again.
And there you have it – a quick and easy guide to SORN your car in true Jeremy Clarkson style. Now, go forth and declare your car as SORN with confidence and ease. Remember, safety first, folks!
Great article, Auto! Making a car SORN has always seemed like a complicated thing to me but you laid it out super simple. Cheers!
I’m a bit confused about where I can park my car once it’s declared as SORN. Does it strictly have to be in a garage, or is a driveway fine too?
Driveway’s perfectly fine, Jess. It just can’t be on any public road.
Got mine in my backyard. No issues so far.
Seen a lot of folks mess up the SORN process by skipping steps. Good on ya for spreading correct info.
if my car’s sorned, does that mean i can finally turn it into a giant plant pot?
I’ve been considering SORNing my secondary vehicle for a while, especially since I mostly work from home now. Thanks for the clarity!
Just a heads up, folks. Make sure you actually have space on your property for your SORN car. Learned that the hard way.
Everyone says it saves money but what about the costs of keeping it somewhere? Not everyone has a garage.
From a mechanic’s perspective, SORNing your car is a smart move if you’re not planning to use it. Just don’t forget about maintenance.
Absolutely love how straightforward this is. Sharing with my followers who always get confused about the SORN process!
Wondering if there’s a limit on how long a vehicle can remain SORN? Planning a long restoration project on my classic car.