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Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Thu Dec 21, 2023 2:10 pm
by eUKenGB
I guess it's too hard for DVLA to issue specific guidelines available for prospective converters to read so they know what is required beforehand. Seems DVLA prefer to NOT let anyone know their requirements and at the end be able to say "NO!"
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Thu Dec 21, 2023 4:32 pm
by Alibro
eUKenGB wrote: ↑Thu Dec 21, 2023 2:10 pm
I guess it's too hard for DVLA to issue specific guidelines available for prospective converters to read so they know what is required beforehand. Seems DVLA prefer to NOT let anyone know their requirements and at the end be able to say "NO!"
It would be better if they inspected as we go along like the Irish do.
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Fri Dec 22, 2023 11:11 am
by rstevens81
Well this is the rsponse i got from chris on what the issues are but no new information really
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Sat Dec 23, 2023 4:57 pm
by snelly
You are write it's about the point system, as all the questions, asked was about modifying chassis and what was left of the original vehicle
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:54 pm
by Alibro
So today I had my 2nd inspection by the DVLA MOT inspectors so now I have to wait for the decision coming from Swansea.
It seemed like half the MOT inspectors in Belfast were looking at the car as it attracted a lot of attention and the senior inspector came over to me and complimented me on the job which was really nice to hear but sadly doesn't mean much as he is not making the decision.
I think the first inspection they only took photo's and passed them on to Swansea but this time they took more photos and will write a report. They told me they were content that the chassis had not been cut, drilled or welded so hopefully this will mean something when Swansea get it but I just have to wait and see.
I am very grateful to those of you who advised to avoid cutting, drilling or welding as I at least have some chance of it being approved. I'm pretty certain had I done any of the above I would be going through an IVA test so maybe that is a lesson for us all.
In order to help them see more I removed a large plastic panel under the motor/gearbox so maybe this time they will have got clearer photos but it does seem bizarre that some of the finest car safety inspectors in the country were standing looking at the car yet the decision will be made by someone in Swansea looking at photo's.
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Wed May 22, 2024 6:54 pm
by ianlighting
Alibro wrote: ↑Thu Jan 11, 2024 2:54 pm
So today I had my 2nd inspection by the DVLA MOT inspectors so now I have to wait for the decision coming from Swansea.
It seemed like half the MOT inspectors in Belfast were looking at the car as it attracted a lot of attention and the senior inspector came over to me and complimented me on the job which was really nice to hear but sadly doesn't mean much as he is not making the decision.
I think the first inspection they only took photo's and passed them on to Swansea but this time they took more photos and will write a report. They told me they were content that the chassis had not been cut, drilled or welded so hopefully this will mean something when Swansea get it but I just have to wait and see.
I am very grateful to those of you who advised to avoid cutting, drilling or welding as I at least have some chance of it being approved. I'm pretty certain had I done any of the above I would be going through an IVA test so maybe that is a lesson for us all.
In order to help them see more I removed a large plastic panel under the motor/gearbox so maybe this time they will have got clearer photos but it does seem bizarre that some of the finest car safety inspectors in the country were standing looking at the car yet the decision will be made by someone in Swansea looking at photo's.
Just wondering if you passed the DVLA assessment?
I’m just starting to nose around at people’s posts about DVLA inspections to see what I need to consider. I get the whole, no drilling, cutting thing. Be good to see a positive result.
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Wed May 22, 2024 9:37 pm
by Alibro
ianlighting wrote: ↑Wed May 22, 2024 6:54 pm
Just wondering if you passed the DVLA assessment?
I’m just starting to nose around at people’s posts about DVLA inspections to see what I need to consider. I get the whole, no drilling, cutting thing. Be good to see a positive result.
Apologies, my bad, I should have reported back.
Yes it passed and I've driven almost 2000 miles since.
The MOT testing in Northern Ireland is different to the rest of the UK as we have council owned and run testing centres but I don't think it makes much difference since the decision was made in Swansea. They seem to be more interested in whether we cut or drill holes in the body than if it is electrically safe which seems absurd.
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Thu May 23, 2024 8:30 am
by rstevens81
Alibro wrote: ↑Wed May 22, 2024 9:37 pm
Apologies, my bad, I should have reported back.
Yes it passed and I've driven almost 2000 miles since.
The MOT testing in Northern Ireland is different to the rest of the UK as we have council owned and run testing centres but I don't think it makes much difference since the decision was made in Swansea. They seem to be more interested in whether we cut or drill holes in the body than if it is electrically safe which seems absurd.
I am assuming that you mean yes DVLA said you could keep your reg, and didnt have to do an IVA however as its a post 2001 car it still says diesel or petrol on v5
Re: Registering and changing tax class of an EV conversion in the UK
Posted: Thu May 23, 2024 8:37 am
by Alibro
rstevens81 wrote: ↑Thu May 23, 2024 8:30 am
I am assuming that you mean yes DVLA said you could keep your reg, and didnt have to do an IVA however as its a post 2001 car it still says diesel or petrol on v5
Correct, no need for IVA thankfully, and if you check the MOT status for the car it still shows diesel until you go into the MOT history where the fuel type is Electricity.