Can a motor vehicle be scrapped without the green book?
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It is possible to apply for deregistration after completing the scrapping procedure. The details are as follows: According to Article 27 of the "Regulations on Motor Vehicle Registration," when a motor vehicle that has reached the national mandatory scrapping standard is sold by the owner to a motor vehicle recycling enterprise, the owner must fill out an application form and submit the motor vehicle registration certificate, license plate, and vehicle license. The relevant procedures are as follows: Motor Vehicle Recycling: The recycling enterprise should confirm the motor vehicle and dismantle it, then issue a "Recycling Certificate for Scrapped Motor Vehicles" to the owner. Scrapped school buses, large passenger vehicles, trucks, and other commercial vehicles must be dismantled under the supervision of the vehicle management office. The local vehicle management office where the vehicle is registered should process the deregistration in the following cases: the motor vehicle is lost; the motor vehicle is no longer used within the country for certain reasons; or the vehicle is returned due to quality issues.
I know about this, I've dealt with similar vehicle scrapping issues before. Scrapping a motor vehicle indeed requires the 'green book', which is the vehicle registration certificate, to prove that the car is yours before the deregistration process can be completed. If you don't have the green book, it might be because it was lost or forgotten during the transfer process, but don't worry. First, go to the vehicle management office and ask, bring your ID card and driving license, they can check the records to confirm vehicle ownership. It's best not to delay the scrapping, in case the car is used by others for illegal purposes like cloning license plates, which could lead to big trouble. Moreover, scrapping can qualify you for subsidies, saving money and being environmentally friendly. Handle it promptly to avoid affecting future new car registrations, saving both money and hassle.
Buddy, scrapping a car without the green book (vehicle registration certificate) is indeed a bit tricky, but not entirely impossible. Scrap yards usually require the green book to verify ownership, otherwise they won't accept the car to avoid disputes. If the green book is missing, try getting a replacement certificate from the DMV, or provide documents like the purchase invoice or insurance policy. I've heard of people managing without the green book—the key is to contact official recycling centers, not small workshops. After scrapping, parts can be recycled eco-friendly, reducing pollution—it's a win-win. Handle it ASAP, don't leave the junk car parked roadside causing trouble.
I suggest handling the scrapping process early. The green book is an essential document, and without it, the scrapping process can be troublesome because recycling companies need to verify that the car wasn't stolen. Try bringing your ID and old car documents to the DMV—they might help you check the records and complete the procedures. Failing to scrap the car on time could lead to failing the annual inspection or fines, or worse, the car being misused. Ask a reliable recycling center for specific solutions. Don't delay—safety first.
