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Post by lilmisswardi on Aug 18, 2005 12:11:18 GMT
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Post by dmilo on Aug 18, 2005 12:37:17 GMT
hey
sweet graphics
and nice ride
thanks for sharing
dmilo
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Post by Ginger Phil on Aug 18, 2005 14:01:03 GMT
That looks great, definitely brightens it up!!  I thought you had really sparkly paint until I realised it was rain drops.  |
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Post by lilmisswardi on Aug 18, 2005 20:29:02 GMT
lol thanks
has anyone else noticed that the DVLA are idiots?
stupied idiots will take 4weeks to send someone to check over my bike! so i have to action and rented a trailer
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Post by Ginger Phil on Aug 19, 2005 5:21:40 GMT
I think we've all realised the DVLA are idiots.  |
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Post by BillyGreen1973 on Aug 19, 2005 7:30:00 GMT
They shouldn't need to check your bike. The certificate of conformity that came with your bike (the little green card in a re-seal bag), clearly states that "it meets all EC standards and can be registered without further testing", Now unless the government pulled out of the EC while I wasn't looking, This Certificate should be proof that it meets DVLA standards.
We all know the DVLA don't know their butt from a hole in the ground, so you have to point out to them that you already have the proof it meets ALL EC standards. If you get no joy from the monkey on the desk ask to speak to the supervisor/manager.
I got my Baotian from the same place as you (pitbike4all), and mine didn't need to be checked over. I just turned up at Sheffield DVLA, handed over all the paper work that came with the bike, £58, my insurance policy, and that was it! I was in and out in 10 mins! Two days later my reg. number and tax disc turned up, got a plate made, and on the road I was!
After reading a few peoples DVLA nightmares on this forum, it seems you just need to be a little forceful
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Post by jules30 on Aug 19, 2005 7:47:21 GMT
bike looks great, hope you sort out the dvla
jules
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Post by stevieh on Aug 19, 2005 10:14:08 GMT
I was told by the DVLA that they check every tenth bike!
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Post by lilmisswardi on Aug 19, 2005 10:58:36 GMT
Hey, well i gave all the paperwork including the certifcate of conformaty and they gave me that back and told me i need to get my bike to them, luckly i found someone who will take it through for me for only £20 wish me luck. if they don't give me my registration plates am going to go crazy! lol  |
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Post by Ginger Phil on Aug 19, 2005 14:49:48 GMT
So they're asking for it to be tested?  |
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Post by BillyGreen1973 on Aug 19, 2005 16:31:36 GMT
It just seems that the DVLA are very inconsistant with the way they treat new registrations!
This doesn't help when all you want to do is get your scooter registered.
You will have to let us know how things progress.
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Post by Gavin on Aug 19, 2005 16:46:21 GMT
There seems to be a time limit on when a machine can be registered without requiring checking, ( i think it is 2 weeks), this is to try and make sure it is still a new vehicle, and why I registered mine as soon as I got it. This time limit starts from when the scooter was purchased from the supplier, and not from the imported date. It would be interesting to know if these scooters that are over 2 weeks from purchase, are the same ones that are being called in for checks.
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Post by BillyGreen1973 on Aug 19, 2005 16:52:45 GMT
This could be the case, however when I registered mine, although it was within two weeks of purchase, the DVLA had no way of knowing this as I never showed them a receipt or bill of sale. The only info they had was what I had written my self on the import papers, that were blank when I got them, apart from the importers signature!
I would be a good tip for people registering, to get it done as soon as possible! it may be the way to avoid this problem.
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Post by lilmisswardi on Aug 19, 2005 22:26:22 GMT
I don't know if it just my branch of DVLA but they reckoned it standard procedure (spelling sorry) they need to check the chassis same as the import letters. its ok got it all sorted, but if it isn't just my branch don't think you can take your bike the same day as you registar... you have to take it a day after. My registration etc comes on monday so it all worked out ok.
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Post by Ginger Phil on Aug 20, 2005 6:24:38 GMT
Not long to go now then? Are you excited? |
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Post by lilmisswardi on Aug 20, 2005 13:04:31 GMT
uh huh am excited i carnt wait  :Pzooommm |
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Post by Gavin on Aug 20, 2005 14:42:47 GMT
I don't know if it just my branch of DVLA but they reckoned it standard procedure (spelling sorry) they need to check the chassis same as the import letters. its ok got it all sorted, but if it isn't just my branch don't think you can take your bike the same day as you registar... you have to take it a day after. My registration etc comes on monday so it all worked out ok. This might also be due to the trustworthiness of the importers. I used pitbike4all, (Cannon2), as did quite a few others on here, with no problems encountered, so the DVLA might have a list of 'reputable' importers who they know carry out the correct paperwork. |
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