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V62 form: how to order your new logbook in 2025
You'll have to use a V62 form to get a new logbook when you buy a new car, or replace a logbook you've lost. Here's where you can get one, and how best to use it.
Words by: Nimisha Jain
Additional words by: Andrew Woodhouse
Last updated on 2 January 2025 | 0 min read
V62 form
You need to fill a V62 form when you want to order a new logbook (also known as V5C or a vehicle registration certificate). A V5C is an important document that all car owners should have as it records your car's history. Learn more about the V5C (logbook).
When you buy a new car, the dealer registers the car under your name and you receive a logbook as proof. You usually get a logbook within four weeks of buying the car, but you can register the car on your own using the V62 form if don’t get your logbook within this time period. You can also use the V62 form to get a new logbook if you lose your original (or it gets destroyed, damaged or stolen).
When you buy a new car, the dealer registers the car under your name and you receive a logbook as proof. You usually get a logbook within four weeks of buying the car, but you can register the car on your own using the V62 form if don’t get your logbook within this time period. You can also use the V62 form to get a new logbook if you lose your original (or it gets destroyed, damaged or stolen).
What is a V62 form?
A V62 form is a document used to apply for a new logbook (also known as a V5C or vehicle registration certificate). The V62 is required when you need to obtain a new logbook because you either haven’t received one after purchasing a vehicle or have lost or damaged your original. The logbook is crucial for car owners as it records the vehicle's history and proves ownership. If you find yourself in need of a new logbook, whether due to non-receipt or loss, the V62 form allows you to apply for a replacement.
Where can I get a V62 form from?
You can get a free V62 form online from the gov.uk government website. Simply state the reason for applying for a logbook (e.g. I’ve lost my old one) and enter your car’s registration number, VIN (chassis) number and your registered postcode.
You can also download and print a V62 form from gov.uk or get a V62 form from your local Post Office. Once you’ve got the V62 form and filled it, you’ll have to post it to DVLA Vehicle Customer Services.
You can also download and print a V62 form from gov.uk or get a V62 form from your local Post Office. Once you’ve got the V62 form and filled it, you’ll have to post it to DVLA Vehicle Customer Services.
How much does a V62 form cost?
If you’ve bought a new or used car and you haven’t received a logbook, you can apply to get the document for free by filling in the V62 and informing the DVLA.
If you’re applying for a logbook because you’ve lost or damaged it, you’ll need to pay £25 to get a replacement logbook. If you’re applying online, you’ll need to pay by a debit or credit card. If you apply through post, you’ll need to send a cheque or make a postal order. If you’ve bought a new car and you haven’t received your logbook within four weeks, you get a two-week window to fill in the V62 and order a logbook. If you don’t inform the DVLA within six weeks, you’ll have to pay £25. For used cars, you’ll need your green ‘new keeper slip’. To get the logbook for free, you’ll have to attach this slip with your V62 form and send it to the DVLA.
If you’re applying for a logbook because you’ve lost or damaged it, you’ll need to pay £25 to get a replacement logbook. If you’re applying online, you’ll need to pay by a debit or credit card. If you apply through post, you’ll need to send a cheque or make a postal order. If you’ve bought a new car and you haven’t received your logbook within four weeks, you get a two-week window to fill in the V62 and order a logbook. If you don’t inform the DVLA within six weeks, you’ll have to pay £25. For used cars, you’ll need your green ‘new keeper slip’. To get the logbook for free, you’ll have to attach this slip with your V62 form and send it to the DVLA.
Where should I send the V62 form?
If you’ve downloaded the V62 form or got it from the Post Office, you’ll have to post the form to the DVLA Vehicle Customer Services at:
DVLA Swansea SA99 1DD If you’re applying online, you just have to fill in your details and send the V62 form online. You can also call the DVLA during their working hours on 0300 790 6802 and get help from one of their advisors with getting a new logbook or use their online chat service for the same.
DVLA Swansea SA99 1DD If you’re applying online, you just have to fill in your details and send the V62 form online. You can also call the DVLA during their working hours on 0300 790 6802 and get help from one of their advisors with getting a new logbook or use their online chat service for the same.
How long does it take to replace a logbook?
If you’ve lost your current logbook and you’re ordering a replacement, you should receive a new logbook within two weeks of sending your V62 form as you’re already registered as the keeper of the car with the DVLA.
It can take longer – up to four weeks - to process the V62 if you’ve just bought the car and the DVLA hasn’t registered you as the keeper of the car yet. In some rare cases, it may take longer to get your logbook, in which case you should contact the DVLA.
It can take longer – up to four weeks - to process the V62 if you’ve just bought the car and the DVLA hasn’t registered you as the keeper of the car yet. In some rare cases, it may take longer to get your logbook, in which case you should contact the DVLA.
How do I fill out a V62 form?
Once you’ve got the V62 form, you’ll have to fill in details related to your vehicle and send it to the DVLA.
The V62 form has five sections that need to be completed: 1. Vehicle details – make, model, colour, tax class and VIN number 2. Keeper’s details – title, name, address, phone number, email address and if you’ve had a V5C before 3. Reason for not having a V5C 4. Fee for the replacement 5. Declaration Make sure you fill in all the details correctly to get your application processed as quickly as possible. Buying or selling your car and wondering which other documents you'll need? Find out more about: Documents to buy a car Documents to sell a car
The V62 form has five sections that need to be completed: 1. Vehicle details – make, model, colour, tax class and VIN number 2. Keeper’s details – title, name, address, phone number, email address and if you’ve had a V5C before 3. Reason for not having a V5C 4. Fee for the replacement 5. Declaration Make sure you fill in all the details correctly to get your application processed as quickly as possible. Buying or selling your car and wondering which other documents you'll need? Find out more about: Documents to buy a car Documents to sell a car
How to tax your car without a V5C
You can now tax your vehicle online even if you have lost your V5C logbook and your vehicle tax reminder letter (V11).
DVLA have announced a new service update that allows you to apply online for a new V5C and tax your vehicle at the same time. The updated online service is available at www.gov.uk/vehicle-log-book (external link). Previously, you would have had to order a replacement V5C and wait five days for it to arrive, phone DVLA’s Contact Centre to tax your vehicle.
DVLA have announced a new service update that allows you to apply online for a new V5C and tax your vehicle at the same time. The updated online service is available at www.gov.uk/vehicle-log-book (external link). Previously, you would have had to order a replacement V5C and wait five days for it to arrive, phone DVLA’s Contact Centre to tax your vehicle.