I asked DVSA to clarify… this is response
The only legal place to get a VIN plate is the vehicle manufacturer. DVSA recommend that you do not tow if there is no Train weight displayed.
So I’ve contacted SR Tech who are not offering service to update VIN plate as they struggle to get information from manufacturers…
so approached DVSA who’s reply was similar. I think they are saying that without the VIN update then I can’t tow.. ?
DVSA reply
‘If a vehicle does not have a VIN plate showing a train weight in the UK it is not permitted to tow. If it does tow the combination weight of the vehicle and load and trailer and load can’t exceed the stated gross weight of the vehicle. If you want to tow with a combination weight above the gross weight you will need to acquire a new VIN plate from the manufacturer showing the train weight but if this is an imported vehicle I very much doubt that will be possible.’
Contacted SV Tech who advised they are unable to assist with these vehicles as finding it more difficult to get information from manufacturers, with regard to vin plates. Any other suggestions? My vehicle is 2006 petrol 2.4L, what’s my likely towing limit… anyone have any idea? Thanks
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