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Information for new traders of motor vehicles
Forms you'll encounter
You'll become accustomed to a wide range of MVR/RUC forms. They're all a necessary part of the process for making sure that all vehicles in New Zealand are registered and licensed. Without these forms, we can't be sure that the cars on our roads are roadworthy and driven by legitimate owners.
You'll be required to supply your NZTA customer number on some MVR forms listed below.
Note: There is no provision to record your MED-issued trader number when completing MVR transactions.
Forms you'll encounter
| Form | Name | How the form is used |
|---|---|---|
| MR1B | Application to license motor vehicle | To obtain a new licence label for a vehicle, the applicant needs to lodge this form requesting a licence (which can be valid for 3-12 months). |
| MR2A | Application for registration of a motor vehicle | To register a vehicle. Registration plates are issued when the transaction is processed. |
| MR2B | Application for registration of a VIN- exempt motor vehicle | To register a vehicle that does not require a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). |
| MR2D | Application to reverse registration | When an MR2A has been lodged and the customer does not take possession of the vehicle. |
| MR3 | Certificate of registration | Lists vehicle details. |
| MR13A | Notice by person selling/disposing of motor vehicle | Notifies the TRC that a vehicle has been sold. Completed by the person selling/disposing of vehicle. |
| MR13B | Notice of change of ownership of motor vehicle | Notifies the TRC that a vehicle has been purchased. |
| MR13C | Trader Change of Ownership | Notifies the TRC that a vehicle has been purchased by a trader and is now part of the 'trader network'. This is an online process only. |
| MR15 | Application to cancel registration | Notifies the TRC that a vehicle will be taken off the road permanently. |
| MR24 | Application for exemption from continuous vehicle licensing | If a vehicle is not being used on the road, the owner should apply for an exemption from licensing to prevent outstanding licensing fees from accruing (3-12 months). |
| MR36 | Application for NZTA card | Card allows all vehicles owned by an organisation to be linked by the TRC under a customer name and unique number. NZTA cards are issued to organisations when the appropriate identification has been produced to the TRC. (This simplifies identification requirements.) When a number has been issued, it is quoted for all registration and ownership transactions. |
| RUCLA | Road user charges distance/supplementary licence application | To purchase a distance/supplementary licence. |
| RUCTL | Road user charges time licence application | To purchase a time licence. |
Where you can find out more
Phone our Motor Registration Contact Centre on (freephone) 0800 108 809.
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Page updated: 7 April 2009