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Learn more about registration
There are benefits to traders who register under the Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003 (MVSA). Some of the benefits of registration are:
- you are no longer restricted to selling from specified premises
- your salespersons are not required to be registered or approved
- there is no compulsory membership in any trade association
- there are no special warranties in addition to the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993
- there is no fidelity fund
All registered traders have certain obligations to consumers. See Traders' responsibilities for more information.
Further information
Who needs to register?
The MVSA sets out the criteria for who must register as a motor vehicle trader.
Who does not need to register, or is unable to register?
If you are a private seller selling your own car to another consumer you are not required to register as a trader. The MVSA only applies to those persons who are carrying on the business of motor vehicle trading.
What do I need to register?
Registration is a simple process. There are two ways you can make an application to become a registered motor vehicle trader – online or paper.
