v5 doc reference number

[Arthur Daley]

I am selling a car privately and a potential buyer has asked me for the v5 doc reference number, I dont have anything to hide but is it ok to give this out?

Thanks,

Alex

[anoother]

It's one of 2 options to look MOT history online, the other being the test number for the last MOT.

http://motinfo.direct.gov.uk/internet/jsp/ECHID-In...

Unsure of the implications of sharing it. I've asked for either of these numbers for almost every car I've been interested in buying, and have never been refused. I can't see what the harm would be with providing the MOT test no. instead, if indeed the MOT history check is the reason for the request?

But, having said that, await a more informed opinion!

[t400ble]

I'd give the number out, would not bother me

[vtecyo]

I always ask for this when looking for a car privately. It's saved me buying a trashed one once as well.

[richarda0109]

Same here - When looking at cars I always ask for:

(1) Registration Number and ask whether a UK registered car from new
(2) Date of registration
(3) VIN
(4) V5 reference number (there are 2 numbers (one in top corner in a circle and one further down))
(5) Colour noted on V5 - (I always stay away from wraps and colour changes)
(6) MOT reference number if applicable

[civicduty]

I think I had to get that information for a HPI check I recently carried out.

[Arthur Daley]

Ah fair enough...just thought it was abit ott for a 600quid shed but never mind?