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Discussion in 'Departure' started by Rene, Jul 14, 2008.

  1. Rene

    Rene New Member

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    Hi everyone,

    we're looking to move to UK for 2-3 years and were wondering it would be possible to use our German car for that time frame in England.

    a) is it possible to leave it registered in Germany (incl. insurrance, taxes in Germany)

    b) would we have to register the car in UK?

    Thanks for your help!

    Rene
     
    #1 Rene, Jul 14, 2008
  2. EasyExpat

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    No problem, but you will have to register the car in the UK after a certain period (for example your German insurance might allow you 6 months before they no longer cover you).
    For registration, you will have to change the speedometer in mph and other things such as the lights orientation.
     
    #2 EasyExpat, Jul 15, 2008
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