Historic Plates (HVS) Requirements
This document contains important information for any MGRA member wishing to take part in the Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Historic Plates Scheme (HVS) or who currently has a vehicle covered under the scheme. It should be read carefully and if anything is unclear clarification should be sought from the MGRA Historic Plates Registrar.To be considered for HVS a vehicle must be:1. at least 30 years old,2. comply with the applicable Vehicle Standards as at the date of manufacture3. be as close to original condition as possible with no alterations except for options, accessories and safety items in accordance with the list published on the Transport for NSW web site.Hence any member wishing to join the HVS will need to firstly check the Transport for NSW web site to ensure the vehicle meets the current eligibility requirements. The site includes a list of acceptable options, accessories and safety items. Note details on the site can and do change from time to time, hence all renewals and any transfers from another club should also be checked against the eligibility requirements before proceeding. (See Further Reading, below).Where a vehicle is being covered under the scheme for the first time or has previously been through another club the following is required: An up to date NSW vehicle inspection slip (pink slip) Arrange for the club Historic Plates Registrar to inspect the vehicle. Note where the vehicle is not currently registered (including where the previous registration has lapsed the Plates Registrar will need to attend the premises where the vehicle is kept. Pay $20.00 to the Registrar. This will render the member “financial” which is a requirement of the scheme. Produce any previous registration document and/or receipt for the vehicle Provide evidence of either full comprehensive insurance or third party liability insurance to the Registrar. (Note this is not the green slip). It is a requirement of the MGRA that all vehicles registered through the club carry such insurance. Together with the Registrar complete the Transport for NSW Application for Conditional Registration and the left side of the Historic Vehicle Declaration form.For renewal through the MGRA the above points will again be required except that a new Conditional Registration Application is not necessary unless the previous registration has been allowed to lapse. Any modifications since last registration must be advised as they may affect eligibility. The Registration can then be transacted at a NSW Motor Registry or Service for NSW centre.
When lodging a registration application/renewal CMC has advised some applicants have been told they need to pay stamp duty but this is incorrect as the scheme is exempt! It is suggested this may have arisen from a Service for NSW Centre where staff were not fully aware of the scheme details.
Once registration has been completed the registered operator will be given:
1. A set of Historic Plates which must be attached to the vehicle in the normal manner2. A Certificate of Approved Operations which must be kept in the vehicle whenever it is used. (Most members get this document laminated as it is not reissued each year)3. A Log book. This is referenced to the registered operator’s licence as well as the vehicle. Details must be entered in the log book before the vehicle is used for any trip or event unless on the MGRA calendar or to which MGRA has received a formal invitation and adopted it in accordance with HVS requirements and notified all members. The Log Book must be carried in the vehicle whilst it is in use. Also it must be completed where the vehicle varies a trip outside the formal club event. (e.g. If a member goes on an MGRA run to, say, Goulburn but, on the way home diverts to visit a relative at Albion Park, then the diversion needs to be recorded in the log book even if it is on the same day as the run. Likewise if a stop is made on the way home for an overnight break this too will need to be recorded.) A copy of the clubs calendar or email detailing the run should be kept in the vehicle as evidence in case you are stopped.
NOTE: Any vehicle used outside of these requirements is considered to be unregistered. Currently the penalty for driving such an unregistered vehicle is up to$2,200 and 4 demerit points. This also applies to anyone who ceases to be a financial member of their club as they are then deemed to be unregistered.
Where a member sells their vehicle or elects to discontinue registration it is their responsibility to return the plates to Transport for NSW.
HVS registration is NOT transferable even if the vehicle is sold to another club member. The registration process must be undertaken from scratch.
Where a replacement engine needs to be fitted please contact the Historic Plates Registrar before using the vehicle.
P. HolsgroveRegistrar10.6.2021 Further Reading: TfNSW: Conditional Registration TfNSW: Period Options and Eligibility
When lodging a registration application/renewal CMC has advised some applicants have been told they need to pay stamp duty but this is incorrect as the scheme is exempt! It is suggested this may have arisen from a Service for NSW Centre where staff were not fully aware of the scheme details.
Once registration has been completed the registered operator will be given:
1. A set of Historic Plates which must be attached to the vehicle in the normal manner2. A Certificate of Approved Operations which must be kept in the vehicle whenever it is used. (Most members get this document laminated as it is not reissued each year)3. A Log book. This is referenced to the registered operator’s licence as well as the vehicle. Details must be entered in the log book before the vehicle is used for any trip or event unless on the MGRA calendar or to which MGRA has received a formal invitation and adopted it in accordance with HVS requirements and notified all members. The Log Book must be carried in the vehicle whilst it is in use. Also it must be completed where the vehicle varies a trip outside the formal club event. (e.g. If a member goes on an MGRA run to, say, Goulburn but, on the way home diverts to visit a relative at Albion Park, then the diversion needs to be recorded in the log book even if it is on the same day as the run. Likewise if a stop is made on the way home for an overnight break this too will need to be recorded.) A copy of the clubs calendar or email detailing the run should be kept in the vehicle as evidence in case you are stopped.
NOTE: Any vehicle used outside of these requirements is considered to be unregistered. Currently the penalty for driving such an unregistered vehicle is up to$2,200 and 4 demerit points. This also applies to anyone who ceases to be a financial member of their club as they are then deemed to be unregistered.
Where a member sells their vehicle or elects to discontinue registration it is their responsibility to return the plates to Transport for NSW.
HVS registration is NOT transferable even if the vehicle is sold to another club member. The registration process must be undertaken from scratch.
Where a replacement engine needs to be fitted please contact the Historic Plates Registrar before using the vehicle.
P. HolsgroveRegistrar10.6.2021 Further Reading: TfNSW: Conditional Registration TfNSW: Period Options and Eligibility