I. REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Obtain and complete Form MVA01
- Pay the prescribed fee
- Submit certificate of payment or exemption from import duty by Customs and Excise
- Obtain valid insurance certificate
- Obtain road worthiness certificate in case of commercial vehicle
II. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION MARK (Number Plate)
- Number plate is a vehicle identification mark. It is reflective to improve safety at night.
- The colour code is used to differentiate various categories of vehicles and the security water mark is meant to deter forgery.
- The first two and the last three digits are alphabets, the middle are three numerals. It is alpha-numeric.
- The last three alphabets represent the Local Government or Licensing Office where the vehicle is registered.
Temporary Number Plate
This is obtained whenever the original number plate is lost.
Procedure for Obtaining a Temporary Number Plate:
- Apply to the licensing authority with a sworn court affidavit and a police report.
- In the course of processing the number plate, write the number on a black background with white lettering.
- There must be an evidence that the person is processing a new one.
Vehicle Identification Tag
This is a sticker having the same alpha numeric number with the number plate. It is an added security device to prevent illegal transfer of number plate. It is affixed to the rear windscreen.
Proof of Ownership
It is a certificate designed to provide ultimate proof of ownership of a vehicle. It is a product of information provided on form MVA01 used in vehicle registration.
Vehicle Licence
Shows that the appropriate road tax has been paid. It is pre-formatted in categories (truck, car, bus etc). It carries the description of vehicle like colour, engine and chassis number.
Road Worthiness Certificate
Regular inspection of vehicles is required to ascertain their road worthiness. The successful vehicle is issued certificate which is affixed to the certified vehicle.
Road Worthiness Validity Tag
A vehicle that passes road worthiness test is also issued a validity tag which is pasted on the screen of the vehicle to save time during road checks.
Special Number Plate
- Obtain and complete Form MVA01
- Pay prescribed fee
- Obtain vehicle registration book
- Obtain current certificate of insurance
- Obtain road worthiness certificate
III. ROUTINE INSPECTION FOR ROAD WORTHINESS
Vehicle Inspection Requirements
The test may be a road test, visual test or with computer.
- Present vehicle at VIO's office (Vehicle Inspection Officer's office)
- Pay the prescribed fee at MLA
The test may be a road test, visual test or with computer.
- The test shall focus on serviceability of the vehicle. the Chassis, Engine. Electrical parts, Transmission, Brake system and safety devices.
- Inspection for road worthiness certificate is carried out and validity tag affixed to certificated vehicle.
- It is repeated every 6 months for commercial vehicles and annually for other vehicles older than 4 years from the date of manufacture, except those of exempted bodies/organisations.
IV. VEHICLE INSURANCE
- Third Party Motor Insurance: This policy covers damage to third parties arising from auto crashes Here, only the third party is indemnified.
- Fire and Theft Insurance: This policy covers risks associated with damage to vehicle through fire and/or theft. Third party liability is also covered.
- Comprehensive Insurance: This is a policy covering risks on vehicles such as third party liability, fire. theft and in some cases, diminution in value of the vehicle.