HOW TO Register campervan with DVLA can you use single gas ring ? van life UK vanlife
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- How to register the van as a campervan with the DLVA link to the letter you just need to fill in the blanks
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Thank you for your cheerful and upbeat videos Mel. I always look forward to your new posts. Really looking forward to seeing all the adventures you have coming up...! Cheers mate.👍👍
Guy Emmott thank you so much that’s really nice of you really appreciate your support and encouragement 🤓🤙
You've been pretty thorough and detailed in your build and recording. Hope it all goes through. Glad to see you in the threads of some Vancouver van lifers. You'd be killing it on the west coast of Canada.
BoxVan Go thank you really appreciate your comments 🤓🤙
All the best Mel, you know you've missed a trick by not sending the DVLA a link to your youtube channel ; )
Did I see someone that you need to have a side window too?
Hi Mel, Got my V5 back today mine's now a motor caravan felt good getting that through the door lol, I didn't send any receipts in, just the 6 photo's and the cover letter, took them 9 days to send it back. Now it's time to start planning 😀😀 Good Luck 👍👍
fred blogg fantastic news congratulations 🤓🤙
Following with great interest , this is where RUclips and the web is so good , so much info being shared by good people like yourself , cheers Mel ,,👍
Chris-90 thank for the feedback really appreciated 🤓🤙
Brilliant Mel. Can't wait for the result👍
Great job Mel 👍 Hope you put the invoice for 3 cans of filler foam 😜
Wayne thank you and yes don’t worry I didn’t leave them out lol 🤓🤙
Fingers crossed for ya, looks like you got it all covered.
Defo best to send it registered, then they can't say they it didn't arrive.
If you haven't heard from them in a couple or 3 weeks give them a chase.
We got our photos back and conformation before we got the new logbook
Looking forward to the update vid mate. I think you have a few of us hanging on interested in what the verdict is. Will need to do the same as you later this year 👍🏻
Nice one Mel. Good luck with the evil DVLA you rebel. Lol
John Vancamper
Hi Mel. Nice presentation style...1st time Ive watched your channel. Could have done this before and after instead of keeping us all in suspenders mate ! lol Im working on a project van that strips bare for commercial use then quickly refits out as a "motorcaravan. " As well as being less detectable, staying registered as a van means any business owner can gain all the tax advantages of running a business vehicle. Your business can buy you a motorhome ! You dont need to be big business either...there are thousands of one man companies such as truck drivers. Of course many people like the "status" of owning a motorhome proper and there may be some uplift in value once registered as such. But that registration could come right at the point you want to sell by simply fixing the removable items permanently. Just some things to consider when starting out a self build. Happy travels everyone. John
John Vancamper definitely some good points there john it’s all about personal preferences and what you’re going to use your van for that’s the great thing about self build vans 🤓🤙
I live in London & l have had my car cloned twice l think. The police came to my door in one instance & the second offence l got a litter fine. In both cases l was able to prove that it was not me or my car. Good luck with the registration of your van Mr Cheerful.😊
Kat cankan thank you kat I know it’s a real problem I ended up having to pay the fine so unfair 😔🤓🤙
Nice one Mel just in the process of sending my log book off to some brilliant tips here thanks Mel. Keep it real man 😄😄👊🏻🤘🏻
Dave Crook your welcome Dave good luck too 🤓🤙
Iv seen vans with a lot less registered as a motor caravan, so I’m confident yours will be accepted, 👍🏻
RustyNLC thank you that’s really reassuring appreciate your positivity 🤓🤙
Hi, I did conversion about 20 yrs ago and had to get it gas tested before registering as camper has that changed now.
Mel are you going to do a breakdown of what everything cost soon?
You're such a Rebel Mel good luck beating the system lol
Van Life With Betty Boondocker thank you 🤓🤙
great video mel ,, just bought donar caravan for interior for my build,,,, BUILD BEGINS
Lee Davies oh brilliant good luck with it I first wanted to do that get a caravan and strip it out to fit out a camper but I just don’t have anywhere to do it I’d want to rent a barn for that project. Go for it I’m jealous 🤓🤙
@@BigVanSmallWorld YEAH IVE HAD TO BORROW A YARD TO STORE THE CARAVAN WHILE I GUT IT
Iv have been looking forward to this one good luck mel
Brian Boczko thank you 🤓🤙
Good luck! Hope you've kept copies of everything ;)
MisterG ops 😬
@@BigVanSmallWorld Oh dear 🙄 You sent it registered post l suppose.😊
Fingers crossed the DVLA manage not to lose it! :D
@@Mister_G Yep
Will be interesting to see what they say, it's not overly clear in your photos that your combo unit is only one ring. I have two one ring portable stoves, and all the rest except table, so need to get a folding table to qualify
Vanlife Adventures the one ring is quite visible in one of the photos it will be interesting to see what comes back. I do it all in the name of research good luck with your build and thanks for your support 😂🤙
Do they want to know changes to kerb weight or anything else technical ?
Best wishes.
ls there any economic advantage either way?
What l mean is would you get cheaper insurance or road tax as a camper, or as a van, for instance?
wayyy cheaper insurance and better cover as it covers contents also. For an average van I would pay £350 roughly, but as a camper it's £150.
Road tax generally stays the same but depending on the vehicle weight the annual MOT can become cheaper and less complicated following a registered conversion from panel van to camper van. The insurance is usually cheaper and so are the charges applied by ferry companies. I took a 3.5t luton over to France from the UK a few years ago and it cost my company about £400 for the return ticket. Similar sized motor homes are considerably cheaper.
Also, the speed limits are higher for a "Motor Caravan" than they are for a van (same speed limit as cars provided the "Motor Caravan" doesn't weigh more than 3050kg (from memory) unladen).
@@Mister_G yesss, you've also looked into it, but it's a minefield of grey areas. I just wish there was a definitive guide. My unconverted van has a gross weight of 2.3 tonnes. Where do I stand?
"My unconverted van has a gross weight of 2.3 tonnes. Where do I stand?" - AFAIK: if it's less than 3.05 tonnes (empty) after conversion, and under 7.5 tonnes max laden weight than you get the same speed limit as cars if registered as a motor caravan (60 mph on single carriageways / 70 mph on dual carriageways vs 50 mph & 60 mph as a van). Have a look here: www.gov.uk/speed-limits
Hi Mel I’m about to send of for my van to be changed on the log book ... do they ask for the same pictures or has it changed since you did this video
I think it’s probably the same good luck 😉
You need to get out and use it now 👍😀🐾🍺🍟
One Man and His Whippet Dave Bertholini hopefully soon 🤓🤙
I reckon it’ll pass. The ONLY thing I can think of if you get a jobs worth is that it hasn’t got vinyl stickers outside saying camper etc.
I’ve really enjoyed watching this build mate. One of the favourite channels of mine on RUclips.
Please don’t disappear. Build some of your other project ideas
Hmm, will be interesting to see what they say about one burner cooker...🤔. Fingers crossed they approve! 😊
Holistic-Healing UK thank you I go through these pains so you don’t have to 🤓🤙
@@BigVanSmallWorld Lol, oh what would we do without you...? 😊
Seems the dvlc have just moved the goal posts on the exterior. Two windows and a high roof, plus graphics.
Don’t worry about it as long as you stay within the law that’s all that matters 🤓👍
That was good matey .. i beg to differ al over the place .. at least three times a day .. but i dont like to talk aboot it ..😂😂😁
Hi Mel have you heard back from DVLA as yet.
GAZO D Gd morning yes only took a week and I got my log book back 🤓🤙
Hi there. If you comply with all of the fittings for a campervan with the DVLA, doesn't that mean you can get cheaper road tax and insurance. Belinda
Belinda s Hi Belinda I’m not 100% sure but apparently it’s better to register as camper I will let you and everyone know when I get the paperwork back 🤓🤙
I may have mentioned this before, but what if you have bought a camper (already converted)? You won't have receipts for work done will you..🤔
Holistic-Healing UK no but I’m sure if you let them know you would be ok with it 🤓🤙
@@BigVanSmallWorld 🙏
another great vid mel
WanderingPebbles thank you 🤓🤙
let's have a bet
If they let you get away with the single burner you win
but if not then through the hatch you go. you up for it?
Ant Laud hahha thanks I’m up for that 🤓🤙
@@BigVanSmallWorld Can't wait for the outcome. The suspense is killing me. It's all down to the DVLA. They hold the key. AAARRHH!!!!!
If theres no clear photo of the single burner then they may just assume it has 2. Then no way of knowing wether its genuinely accepted as 1.
don't worry its quite clear :)
I cant find where the DLVA asks for proof of buying the items fitted , only a declaration that you done it yourself ? still undecided whether to re classify mine yet , but the exrta 10mph would be handy lol
But how do you declare you've done it yourself if you haven't...?
Where's the link to the dvla leter, Mel..😎
Chris Bwye sorry Chris I upload the video and fell asleep lol I’ll do the link now 🤓🤙
done :)
Logically a Goods Carrying Commercial Vehicle, should be Legally Allowed to Carry Any Goods, as long as none of those Goods are Hazardous (i.e. A Gas Bottle) unless of course your Vehicle is LPG AutoGas powered, in which case the addition of an extra Gas Cylinder shouldn't be an issue. Personally I would prefer My Stealth Camper be Registered as a Commercial Vehicle than as a Motorcaravan, just for the safe of Police Intervention.
Your not trying to get your Leg over are you Mel? lol interesting to see what the DVLA say. I think its best the police think its a van.
Good luck!
Remlat Zargonix thank you 🤓🤙
When I insured my diy camper the insurance company (caravan and camping) also asked for photos, and also a photo where the gas bottle was stored.
How did you ensure the van during the build. We're you not using it on the road during the conversion. I'm having difficulty finding insurance that's not exorbitant. Thanks
@@thelawman I insured it as a van for the first year (£600 ) while I was converting it, I needed to use it to get the wood and used caravan cushions. I just made sure I had done the work needed to insure and register with the DVLA as a camper before the insurance ran out.When i did insure with CC the cost was £300 WITH BREAKDOWN COVER.
Same as mine I just insured it as normal van for now 🤓🤙
fingers crossed it gets registered straightforward. 🚐🤞
I think you might be taking our incompetent, bureaucratic state too seriously and crediting them with far too much sense Mel.
I have registered a few myself and know of many others and have never had a refusal even when some "guidelines" have not been followed. I have registered 2 without fixed cookers or tables at all. One had a plastic tray rubber suckered to the window and another a chopping board over the sink. Any flat surface can be described, and used as a table. However uncomfortable in practice. I don't consider my eating habits any of their business. Would they say my home is not a home if I eat with a plate on my lap? Bed size is also irrelevant, (I might be particularly tiny for eg)
I realise most people are just wanting to be sure the process goes through without any problems, but it should be remembered that the guidance of the DVLA is just that...guidance. It is not legislation nor legal requirement.
Currently the applicable legislation can be found in :-
EU Directive 2007/46/EC - a framework for the approval of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
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5. Special purpose vehicles
5.1.
Name Motor caravan
Code SA
Definition
A vehicle of category M with living accommodation space which contains the following equipment as a minimum:
(a) seats and table;
(b) sleeping accommodation which may be converted from the seats;
(c) cooking facilities;
(d) storage facilities.
This equipment shall be rigidly fixed to the living compartment.
However, the table may be designed to be easily removable.
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This may or may not all change shortly of course when we brits "regain control over our laws" and revert back to the impenetrable, illogical, and often unworkable tangle of overbearing officialdom that we seem so good at.
The DVLA guidelines are meaningless nonsense with minimal connection to reality. They must know it too and I can't see them wanting to be tested on it in any court. Personally when I see the law is being an ass, I tend to kick it.
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SGW thank you For the comment really appreciated 🤓🤙
Love it 😝
Stellar Andrews thank you 🤓🤙
Good luck with change of use
Alan T thank you 🤓🤙
It's ok to have one electric so whats the difference? Could you do a video on how you insure the van with it's new value?
Stephen Morgan Hi you got a good point there 🤓🤙
good luck
David Allie thank you much appreciated 🤓🤙
Should have told them ,to go on RUclips look for mels world . Proof enough 🚐😂
Good luck, will it cost more to insure? Also Police can n't take your home wink ,wink.
Dave Judd this will be the first time I have bothered to register a van as a camper but apparently insurance is cheaper 🤓🤙
Rebel.lol
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John Vancamper thanks for the positive feedback really appreciated 🤓🤙
Yaaaaay lol
Good luck ! .. .but you showed off your rego details, hope the criminals aren't watching
RemusKingOfRome5 ohhh 😮 crap did I ? Ops