Billy Timmins
Ceist:93 Deputy Billy Timmins asked the Minister for Finance the position regarding so-called ringer cars; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11652/11]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 17 May 2011
Ceisteanna (62)
Freagraí scríofa
I am informed by the Revenue Commissioners that vehicle identification is a primary requirement in the process of vehicle registration in the State. In this regard, in order that a vehicle may be formally identified at the time of presentation for registration, documentary evidence (i.e. EC certificate of conformity, foreign registration certificate or certificate of permanent export from another jurisdiction) confirming the vehicle identification number (VIN) in respect of the vehicle must be presented as part of the pre-inspection process (Statutory Instrument No. 400 of 2010 (Vehicle Registration and Taxation (Amendment) Regulations 2010) refers).
It should be noted that where the VIN on the documentary evidence presented does not match the VIN on the vehicle itself, registration is refused.
The Deputy may also wish to note that if his constituent has any specific information relating to any potential abuses of VRT legislation and regulations in the State, he/she may forward details on a confidential basis to their local Revenue office.
Finally, matters relating to motor tax are within the remit of the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government (policy) and the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport (administrative and operational).