In South Africa, vehicles must be registered with the district licensing department. If a vehicle is no longer operational or is repurposed (e.g., as a garden feature), it must be de-registered. R.O.R.S.A. makes this process straightforward by assisting with the required documentation and providing efficient service.
Documents Needed for Most De-Registration Reasons
To de-register or scrap a vehicle, provide the following:
- Police Affidavit: Explaining the reason for de-registration/scrapping.
- Include the vehicle registration number, license number, and chassis number.
- Original NaTIS Document (RC1): The vehicle registration certificate.
- Owner’s Identity Document: A clear copy.
- Photos of the Vehicle: Showing its current condition (e.g., scrap state).
- Proof of Address: A utility bill or bank statement dated within three months.
- If the proof of address isn’t in your name, an affidavit from the bill owner must accompany it.
- For informal settlements, include a letter with an official date stamp from the ward councilor.
- ADV Form: Completed and signed.
Special Cases: Export Buyer Unknown
If a new owner hasn’t completed the change of ownership and cannot be traced, the vehicle will require an “export buyer unknown” process. Submit the following:
- Police Affidavit: Stating the vehicle sale details (sale date, sale amount) and why the “export buyer unknown” process is necessary. Include the vehicle registration number, license number, and chassis number.
- NCO Form: Notification of Change of Ownership, completed and signed.
- Original NaTIS Document (RC1): The vehicle registration certificate.
- Current Owner’s Identity Document: A clear copy.
When Should a Vehicle Be De-Registered or Scrapped?
The titleholder can de-register or scrap a vehicle in these situations:
- Theft: The vehicle has been stolen.
- Non-Operational Condition: Accidents, vintage status, permanent demolition, etc.
- Unfit for Repair: The vehicle has been declared permanently unfit for the road.
- Exemption from Registration: Certain vehicles may qualify for exemption.
Why Choose R.O.R.S.A.?
At R.O.R.S.A., we handle the paperwork, certify ID documents or driver’s licenses, and stand in queues on your behalf for as little as R150.
Visit any of our branches with the necessary documents, and let us take care of the rest.
We look forward to serving you!