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What legal action can be taken if a vehicle is sold but not transferred by a buyer at RTO on his name the vehicle registration is still with old owner?

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What legal action can be taken if a vehicle is sold but not transferred by a buyer at RTO on his name the vehicle registration is still with old owner?

But for any reason the vehicle is NOT transferred, then all legal responsibility lies with the owner whose name is there in official records of registering authority. If somebody sells her/her vehicle then it is to be communicated to the registering authority within 14 days by submitting a prescribed form.

How can I extend my cars RC validity?

You can apply for the renewal of RC using Form 25. The form can either be downloaded or obtained from the RTO. Fill in the form and submit the original RC book along with the required documents to the designated authority under whose jurisdiction the vehicle falls.

Can I use car after 15 years?

The voluntary vehicle scrapping policy announced in the Union Budget for 2021-22 provides for fitness test after 20 years for personal vehicles while commercial vehicles would require it after the completion of 15 years. ”Automobile manufacturers will provide about 5 per cent rebate on new car purchases” to the …

Can RC be renewed after 15 years?

However, the registration certificate or the RC needs to be renewed after 15 years from the date of its original issuance. After that, the vehicle registration can be renewed every five years as long as it is deemed fit by the RTO.

Can the owner and registered keeper of a car be different?

The registered keeper can be different to the owner But the owner might not be the registered keeper. The registered keeper is the person who looks after the car. That means they pay for road tax, MOT and any services. Even though the company technically owns the car, you’re the person who does all the driving.

How can I extend my car life after 15 years?

The RC of a vehicle is official for 15 years from the issuance date and it can also be renewed for a time of 5 years when it is expired. You can also get an impermanent registration certificate, which is valid for a month from the issuance date and after this, it cannot be renewed.

Can RC be renewed after expiry?

As per the RTO process following the expiry of 15 years, the RC can be renewed for every five subsequent years, subject to clearance of the vehicle by an RTO inspector for fitness and roadworthiness.