Will DVLA reject your V55/5?
Around a third of first-time V55/5 applications come back. Answer a few quick questions to get your rejection risk score — and a tailored list of exactly what to fix before you post.
Score your application
Answer honestly. Your risk score updates as you go.
Answer the two questions above to reveal the checklist tailored to your vehicle.
Rejection costs weeks
A returned application adds three to six weeks minimum — time to get the letter, fix the issue, and wait for DVLA to process the resubmission. The car stays off the road throughout.
Most rejections are avoidable
The common causes are predictable: a mismatched VIN, a missing document, the wrong tax class, or handwriting DVLA can’t read. Review these issues before posting.
Get it right first time
A legible form and consistent supporting evidence help DVLA assess an application. This questionnaire highlights common issues from your answers; it does not inspect documents or guarantee acceptance.
Reduce avoidable application errors
Our guided tool checks supported fields against current DVLA guidance — including VIN format, tax class and required documents — and gives you a legible, V55/5 answer reference PDF. £14 one-time, full refund if DVLA rejects it.
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Official sources
Example scenario
The VIN differs on two documents
A single mistyped character can make the form inconsistent with the vehicle or supporting evidence. Compare the physical VIN, registration document, approval evidence and application before posting. Do not alter official documents to make them match.
Common questions
Is the score a probability that DVLA will reject my form?
No. It is a guide based on the answers you provide about common application issues. It is not calibrated against DVLA decisions and cannot predict an individual outcome.
Does a low-risk result guarantee acceptance?
No. DVLA decides whether the application and evidence meet its requirements. Resolve any known issue even if the tool returns a low category.
Does this check my uploaded documents?
No. This questionnaire uses your answers. Compare the documents yourself and follow DVLA’s current instructions.
Official guidance
Guidance links checked 3 October 2026. This is an independent service, not affiliated with DVLA, DVSA or HMRC.