Taking a car out of use and back into use

When a car stands over the winter or spends a long time at a repair shop, taking it out of use saves on vehicle tax and motor liability insurance. This guide goes through how to take a car out of use and back into use correctly and what to remember.

You will need

• Online banking credentials or a mobile certificate
• The car's registration number
• Valid motor liability insurance for putting the car back into use
• Information on whether the inspection is valid

Steps

1. Decide whether it is worth it

   Taking a car out of use is usually worth it if the car will be unused for at least a few weeks. Work out the savings by comparing the vehicle tax and insurance premium per month.

2. Log in to Traficom

3. Take the car out of use

4. Keep the plates and the car properly

5. Check your insurance

6. Put the car back into use

7. Make sure it is inspected

8. Check the car before driving

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