Disposing of an old or non-functioning automobile can be a complex process, but in South Africa, there are well-defined procedures for scrapping a vehicle. Whether your car is no longer roadworthy, a write-off, or too costly to repair, having an in-depth understanding of these steps will make the process worthwhile.
What Does It Mean to Scrap a Car in South Africa?
Scrapping a car involves dismantling it for parts or recycling when the vehicle is no longer roadworthy. It’s essential for car owners to understand the process of vehicle deregistration for various reasons.
- Ownership Transfer: When ownership is transferred to another person, this ensures that anything associated with the automobile after the process is not linked to the former owner.
- Cost Considerations: The cost of scrapping a car depends on the current market price for specific metals and factors such as the vehicle’s make, model, weight, and size.
How to Deregister a Car in South Africa
If your automobile is permanently unfit for public road use, stolen, demolished, or exempt from registration, follow these steps to avoid penalties:
- Contact Registering Authority: Inform your nearest registering authority about your intention to deregister the vehicle.
- Submit Required Documents: Submit necessary documents, including a valid ID, proof of ownership, and the vehicle’s registration certificate.
- Fill Out ADV Form: Complete the Application for Deregistration of Vehicle (ADV) form.
Once processed, you’ll receive a vehicle deregistration certificate. Note that vehicles not licensed for four years are deregistered automatically.
Important Points to Note During Scrapping
When initiating the scrapping process, legally adhere to the following:
- Owner Notification: Inform the owner and complete the CNP or MVR1A form at the nearest registering authority within three months if the car is unfit.
- ADV Form Completion: The vehicle’s titleholder must fill out the ADV form within three months to declare the car unsuitable.
- Notification of Scrapping: The titleholder must inform the nearest registering authority within three months if it has been scrapped using the ADV1 form.
- Required Documents: Submit documents, including an affidavit and scrapped certificate.
- Registering Authority Check: Check with the registering authority to ensure correct documentation and updates.
- Licensing Requirements: The automobile may not need to be licensed if the registering authority approves the correct notification receipt.
How to Register a Deregistered Vehicle in South Africa
To register a deregistered vehicle in South Africa, follow these processes at your nearest registering authority:
- Submit Documentation: Provide a certified copy of your ID, proof of ownership, and the vehicle’s registration certificate.
- Complete ADV Form: Fill out the Application for Deregistration of Vehicle (ADV) form.
- Affidavit Submission: Submit an affidavit confirming the origin of parts and actions taken on the car.
- Police Clearance: Submit a Request for police clearance (form SOA) and Request for police identification (form RPC).
- Fee Payment: Pay the required fees at the registering authority office.
- Additional Form Completion: Complete the Application for Registration and Licensing of Motor Vehicle (RLV) form.
After approval, you’ll receive a registration certificate and a motor vehicle license disc.
Understanding these procedures ensures a smooth process when scrapping or registering a vehicle in South Africa.