Buying an untaxed vehicle that may not be on sorn.

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Hello all. I am looking to buy a vehicle that has not been taxed since 2004. I cannot be certain that the vehicle has been declared SORN in that time. Does anyone foresee any problems when I register the vehicle in my name and apply for a tax disk if the previous owner has neglected to declare SORN?

Is there any way I can be held liable?

Thanks in advance!

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That's great, many thanks to you both for the reassurance!