Drivers must ensure they take several important documents with them when taking their own car abroad - including one vital piece of information. And you'll need to plan ahead, as it takes at least five working days to replace if it's been misplaced.
You must take your vehicle log book (V5C) with you if you’re taking your vehicle abroad and it must show your current UK address. A log book is issued by the DVLA to the registered keeper of a vehicle and contains important information about the car.
Drivers may have to show it if they're stopped at a port or while driving overseas. Motorists who don't have the documents can be fined or even have their vehicle confiscated if they can’t comply.
