IVA when importing 40+ year old vehicles

[Ben A]

Hi everyone,

Anyone know the ins and outs of completing the vehicle approval/IVA import procedure for an older (1973 in this case) car from a non-EU country?

The car I'm looking at buying is in the UK, it's got a NOVA number and all the VAT/import fees are paid. However, I'm unsure as to whether it's required to get an inspection/vehicle approval/IVA or not?

I've heard both that all vehicles require it and also vehicles over 40 years old are exempt. Any insight here?

Thanks!