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Declare an HGV does not need a tachograph

You must declare if an HGV is exempt from needing a tachograph when you take it for its annual test (MOT).

From:
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Published
19 July 2013
Last updated
8 November 2018 — See all updates

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

HGV tachograph exemption declaration form

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Use this form for HGVs that do not have a calibrated tachograph and are exempt.

The form needs to be given to the tester when the vehicle is tested.

Find out more about the MOT (annual test) for HGVs, buses and trailers and specialist tests for lorries.

Updates to this page

Published 19 July 2013
Last updated 8 November 2018 + show all updates

  1. Updated with the latest version of the declaration form.

  2. Updated the declaration form for 2018.

  3. First published.

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Part of Get an annual test (MOT) for a lorry, bus or trailer: step by step

  1. Step 1 Check when your test is due and get reminders

    1. Check when your annual test is due
    2. Get reminders by email or text message

  2. Step 2 Book the test

    1. Find your nearest test centre and book your test

    The cost will vary depending on where you take the test.

    1. Check the fees for heavy goods vehicles or trailers
    2. Check the fees for public service vehicles

    Fill in an application form before you book your test if it's the first time it's been tested and it's:

  3. Step 3 Prepare your vehicle

    1. Check your vehicle’s headlamp aim
    2. Check the brakes if it's a heavy goods vehicle
    3. Check what to do if your vehicle carries dangerous goods

    You can get your vehicle checked by a qualified mechanic to prepare for the test. They should be using the test standards in the:

  4. and Prepare the documents you need

    1. Check what documents you need to take with you

    You need to bring extra documents if your vehicle is used to carry dangerous goods, or if it's exempt from having a tachograph or speed limiter.

  5. Step 4 Take your vehicle to the test

    1. Find out what happens at the test centre

    At the end of the test, you'll be told if your vehicle has passed or failed.