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Vehicle completed 15 years? Know how to renew RC to avoid heavy fines
- •According to the Central Motor Vehicles Act, personal vehicles completing 15 years must undergo re-evaluation and fitness tests.
- •Failing to renew the RC on time makes driving illegal and can attract a hefty fine of up to 5 thousand rupees.
- •Without a valid RC, vehicle insurance becomes invalid, and no compensation is provided by the insurance company in case of an accident.
- •Vehicle owners can apply for RC renewal online through the official Parivahan portal or offline by visiting the RTO office.
- •Essential documents required for the process include the original RC, Form 25, valid insurance, PUC certificate, and address proof.
Key Questions Answered
Driving a 15-year-old vehicle with an expired registration certificate can result in a traffic police fine of up to 5,000 rupees. Additionally, late renewals incur monthly late fees, vehicles can be directly impounded in areas like Delhi-NCR under NGT rules, and vehicle insurance becomes completely invalid without compensation during accidents.
Vehicle owners can apply online by visiting the official 'Parivahan' portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways at parivahan.gov.in. Navigate to 'Online Services', select 'Vehicle Related Services', choose your state and RTO, pick the 'Renewal of Registration' option, and fill out Form 25 with your registration and chassis numbers.
To renew your vehicle registration, you must provide the original RC, Form 25, a valid insurance document, a PUC certificate, a fitness certificate, proof of address and identity, and the road tax payment receipt. Applicants must also bring their vehicle to the RTO office for a scheduled fitness test.
