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Vehicle registered-person notification checklist for private sales
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- 01Buyer gathers details
Prepare identification and New Zealand addresses, or corporate identification for an organisation. Source 1
- 02Buyer notifies NZTA
Use the online service if eligible or take form MR13B to an agent. Source 1
- 03Seller notifies NZTA
Prepare your details and the buyer’s name and New Zealand address. Source 1
The buyer reports acquisition and the seller reports disposal. Check the registered-person record before assuming the other party has completed its step.
Vehicle registered-person notification checklist for private sales
This checklist covers who reports the change and the evidence NZTA requests. The Motor Vehicle Register records who is responsible for the vehicle. Legal ownership records are separate.
| Source | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle details | Have the registration plate details to identify the vehicle | Buyer and seller | Source 1 |
| Individual buyer identity | Full name, date of birth and ID confirming name, birth date and signature | Individual buyer | Source 1 |
| Individual buyer addresses | New Zealand physical address and a separate New Zealand mailing address if needed | Individual buyer | Source 1 |
| Online buyer notification | New Zealand driver licence for the online route | Individual buyer using the website | Source 1 |
| Buyer notification at an agent | Complete the MR13B change-of-registered-person form and bring accepted identification | Buyer using an agent | Source 1 |
| Organisation buyer information | Organisation name, New Zealand address and corporate identification | Organisation buyer at an agent | Source 1 |
| Seller information | Seller name and New Zealand address, plus New Zealand driver licence for online notice | Seller | Source 1 |
| Buyer details for the seller’s notice | Buyer’s full name and New Zealand address | Seller | Source 1 |