Originally Posted by
Iain Mac
The Q plate won't happen JUST because of the need for an IVA.
If you have a standard car and have modified the chassis to fit a 5 speed bx, but have the same engine, steering, axles etc you should keep your own reg.
Modify the Monocoque which includes the chassis and you'll get a Q regardless of any points total.
From Dvla;
or a second-hand or modified chassis or altered monocoque bodyshell is used an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA), enhanced single vehicle approval (ESVA), single vehicle approval (SVA) or motorcycle single vehicle approval (MSVA) certificate will be required to register the vehicle. A 'Q' prefix registration number will be allocated.
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