Government of Western Australia Seller’s Copy (blue copy) MR9

Department of Transport Notification of Change of Ownership

Vehicle Licence Transfer
When blank, this form is classed as OFFICIAL. When completed, this form is classed as OFFICIAL SENSITIVE
This form MUST be completed in FULL, and signed by BOTH the seller and the purchaser. The seller and the purchaser are each responsible
for lodging their copy of the form with the Department of Transport to: Driver and Vehicle Services, GPO Box R1290, PERTH, WA 6844.
Further important information is contained on the reverse of this form which must be read and understood by both the seller and the purchaser.

Vehicle Details (Details to be completed from vehicle licence papers)

PLATE NUMBER LICENCE EXPIRY DATE ODOMETER READING

MAKE MODEL BODY TYPE

VIN/CHASSIS NUMBER
HAS THIS VEHICLE BEEN YES
LISTED IN THE WRITTEN
OFF VEHICLE REGISTER? NO
ENGINE NUMBER YEAR OF MANUFACTURE

DUTIABLE VALUE (MUST BE COMPLETED. GENER ALLY, THIS IS PURCHASE PRICE (SEE DEFINITIONS OVERLEAF)
THE MARKET VALUE. SEE DEFINITIONS OVERLEAF) DATE OF DISPOSAL/PURCHASE

WARNING: If this form is not submitted within the prescribed timeframe, or false or misleading information is provided, an infringement may be issued or
prosecution action taken in accordance with the Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012 and the Duties Act 2008. The transfer may be rejected if the form is incomplete.

Seller Details
DATE OF BIRTH
FAMILY NAME GIVEN NAMES

AUSTR ALIAN COMPANY NUMBER (ACN)

COMPANY NAME (IF VEHICLE IS LICENSED IN COMPANY NAME)

POSTCODE
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

CONTACT NUMBER
This vehicle has optional number plates fitted. I am the holder of the YES NO
Right to Display these plates and consent to the transfer of this entitlement.

Purchaser Details
DRIVER’S LICENCE NUMBER
I consent for Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) to use the
YES NO
address(es) below for all Department of Transport (DoT) dealings.
DATE OF BIRTH
FAMILY NAME GIVEN NAMES

AUSTR ALIAN COMPANY NUMBER (ACN)

COMPANY NAME (IF VEHICLE IS LICENSED IN COMPANY NAME)

POSTCODE
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

POSTCODE
POSTAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

Will this vehicle be kept primarily in WA (see ‘Garaging Address’ on back of form for explanation)? YES NO
POSTCODE
GAR AGING ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

CONTACT NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS

This vehicle has optional number plates fitted. I wish to apply to transfer the Right to Display entitlement into my name. YES NO
I understand that fees will apply, and the transfer is not confirmed until these fees are paid.
Seller’s Declaration Purchaser’s Declaration
I declare that all of the above information I have provided is true and I declare that all of the above information I have provided is true and
correct. I understand that if I am found to have provided false or misleading correct. I understand that if I am found to have provided false or misleading
information on this form, I will be liable for prosecution. This document is information on this form, I will be liable for prosecution. This document is
not valid unless signed by both the Seller and the Purchaser. not valid unless signed by both the Seller and the Purchaser.
SELLER’S SIGNATURE PURCHASER’S SIGNATURE

DATE DATE

Last Updated: 13/08/2024

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WHAT THE SELLER HAS TO DO

1. If you are selling a licensed vehicle to another owner you are required to complete this form and forward the Seller’s Copy (blue copy) to Driver and Vehicle
Services, GPO Box R1290, PERTH WA 6844 within 7 days of the sale or a $100 infringement may be issued.
2. Make sure that all relevant details are completed on the form. Both you and the purchaser are required to complete and sign the form. Where details have
not been completed you may be contacted by telephone to confirm vehicle details.
3. You are required to forward or hand the Purchaser’s Copy (red copy) together with the current licence papers to the purchaser.
4. If the vehicle is fitted with optional plates, and you intend to sell them with the vehicle, please indicate this on the form. If you have special or personalised
plates fitted to your vehicle and wish to retain them, you must exchange the plate/s at a DVS Centre or regional agent before completing the sale of the
vehicle.
5. If you are disposing of a vehicle that is licensed at concession rates, you should advise the new owner of the concession and possible charges.

DEFINITIONS
Dutiable Value
The dutiable value for a used vehicle is the amount for which the vehicle might reasonably be sold, free of financial encumbrances, in the open market.
Full definitions can be found in the Duties Act 2008.
Used Vehicles
Unrelated parties
When a licensed vehicle has been purchased on the open market from someone unrelated to the purchaser, the purchase price will generally represent the
dutiable value of the vehicle.
Related parties (related by blood, marriage, business relationship or otherwise)
When a vehicle is purchased from a related party, the purchase price may not be accepted as the dutiable value of the vehicle. In these cases, or if a vehicle is
received as a gift, the dutiable value is taken to be the price for which the vehicle might reasonably be sold on the open market.
Resources such as the Redbook website provide information on the average selling price of various makes and models of vehicles. This information may be
used as a guide and will generally be considered appropriate evidence of the market value of a vehicle in the absence of any evidence to the contrary.
Purchase Price
The purchase price, in respect of a vehicle, includes:
(a) an amount allowed by the seller on a trade-in or an exchange of any article, or
(b) an amount paid to the seller for anything included with or incorporated into the vehicle, or
(c) an amount paid to the seller for the preparation of the vehicle for delivery to the purchaser, or
(d) GST and auction fees.
WARNING: A seller or purchaser who understates the purchase price or dutiable value of a vehicle or who provides false or misleading information commits an
offence under the Duties Act 2008 and may be liable to a penalty of $20,000. The seller and the purchaser are liable to pay any additional duty that should have
been paid plus a penalty of 100% of that duty.
RevenueWA conducts regular checks of declared dutiable values against market data. If the declared dutiable value is suspected to be understated, you may be
asked to provide evidence to support of your declaration.

POSTAL ADDRESS FOR ENQUIRIES

Driver and Vehicle Services Website: www.transport.wa.gov.au/dvs
GPO Box R1290 Telephone: 13 11 56
PERTH WA 6844 Facsimile: 1300 669 995

The information you supply on this form may be disclosed to other government agencies where provided for in legislation. The Chief Executive Officer of the
Department of Transport also releases aggregated statistical information to third parties. However, your personal identifying information will not be released
to these persons without your explicit consent.

WARNING: Restrictions on vehicle transfers

There may be sanctions applied by the Department of Justice in respect of unpaid fines that prevent the grant, renewal or transfer of a vehicle licence.
Until such time the sanction has been removed, the vehicle is considered unlicensed and continued use of the vehicle will be in contravention of the
Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012.
Before considering the sale or purchase of a vehicle, the vehicle licence status may be checked at www.transport.wa.gov.au.
Vehicle owners that might have outstanding infringement notices or court fines may contact the Fines Enforcement Registry on
1300 650 235 to enquire if their unpaid fines have led to a suspension of the vehicle licence.
 Government of Western Australia Purchaser’s Copy (red copy) MR9
Department of Transport Notification of Change of Ownership
Vehicle Licence Transfer
When blank, this form is classed as OFFICIAL, when completed, this form is classed as OFFICIAL SENSITIVE
This form MUST be completed in FULL, and signed by BOTH the seller and the purchaser. The seller and the purchaser are each responsible
for lodging their copy of the form with the Department of Transport to: Driver and Vehicle Services, GPO Box R1290, PERTH, WA 6844.
Further important information is contained on the reverse of this form which must be read and understood by both the seller and the purchaser.

Vehicle Details (Details to be completed from vehicle licence papers)

PLATE NUMBER LICENCE EXPIRY DATE ODOMETER READING

MAKE MODEL BODY TYPE

VIN/CHASSIS NUMBER
HAS THIS VEHICLE BEEN YES
LISTED IN THE WRITTEN
OFF VEHICLE REGISTER? NO
ENGINE NUMBER YEAR OF MANUFACTURE

DUTIABLE VALUE (MUST BE COMPLETED. GENER ALLY, THIS IS PURCHASE PRICE (SEE DEFINITIONS OVERLEAF)
THE MARKET VALUE. SEE DEFINITIONS OVERLEAF) DATE OF DISPOSAL/PURCHASE

WARNING: If this form is not submitted within the prescribed timeframe, or false or misleading information is provided, an infringement may be issued or
prosecution action taken in accordance with the Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012 and the Duties Act 2008. The transfer may be rejected if the form is incomplete.

Seller Details
DATE OF BIRTH
FAMILY NAME GIVEN NAMES

AUSTR ALIAN COMPANY NUMBER (ACN)

COMPANY NAME (IF VEHICLE IS LICENSED IN COMPANY NAME)

POSTCODE
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

CONTACT NUMBER
This vehicle has optional number plates fitted. I am the holder of the YES NO
Right to Display these plates and consent to the transfer of this entitlement.

Purchaser Details
DRIVER’S LICENCE NUMBER
I consent for Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) to use the
YES NO
address(es) below for all Department of Transport (DoT) dealings.
DATE OF BIRTH
FAMILY NAME GIVEN NAMES

AUSTR ALIAN COMPANY NUMBER (ACN)

COMPANY NAME (IF VEHICLE IS LICENSED IN COMPANY NAME)

POSTCODE
RESIDENTIAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

POSTCODE
POSTAL ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

Will this vehicle be kept primarily in WA (see ‘Garaging Address’ on back of form for explanation)? YES NO
POSTCODE
GAR AGING ADDRESS SUBURB OR TOWN

CONTACT NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS

This vehicle has optional number plates fitted. I wish to apply to transfer the Right to Display entitlement into my name. YES NO
I understand that fees will apply, and the transfer is not confirmed until these fees are paid.
Seller’s Declaration Purchaser’s Declaration
I declare that all of the above information I have provided is true and I declare that all of the above information I have provided is true and
correct. I understand that if I am found to have provided false or misleading correct. I understand that if I am found to have provided false or misleading
information on this form, I will be liable for prosecution. This document is information on this form, I will be liable for prosecution. This document is
not valid unless signed by both the Seller and the Purchaser. not valid unless signed by both the Seller and the Purchaser.
SELLER’S SIGNATURE PURCHASER’S SIGNATURE

DATE DATE

Last Updated: 13/08/2024

WHAT THE PURCHASER HAS TO DO
1. When purchasing a licensed vehicle you must complete this form together with the seller of the vehicle. The seller is required to give you (as the purchaser) the
Purchaser’s Copy (red copy) and the current licence papers. The purchaser must submit this copy either in person at a DVS Centre or agent, or by mail, within
14 days of purchasing the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a penalty. Failure to pay the vehicle licence duty and transfer fee within 28 days of the invoice
being issued may result in an infringement of $100. If you have not received an invoice within 14 days of submitting this form please contact DVS on 13 11 56.
2. Purchasers must provide proof of identity and age before a vehicle licence can be transferred. A vehicle licence can only be issued/transferred to:
• an individual (natural person) aged 18 years or older for a heavy vehicle (over 4500 kg mass rating for charging) or 16 years or older for any other vehicle;
• a corporate company or other incorporated body; or
• any other body that is recognised as being a legal entity.
When a vehicle is jointly owned a Proof of Identity (VL186) form must be completed and signed by all owners nominating an owner/licence holder.
Proof of Identity forms may be obtained online at www.transport.wa.gov.au/dvs
3. If you purchase a vehicle that is licensed at a concession rate and you are not eligible for a concession, the vehicle licence must be restored to full rates prior to
using the vehicle or the vehicle licence will be deemed invalid. The continued use of the vehicle will be in contravention of the Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012.
4. If you purchase a vehicle with optional plates and you intend to keep them, you must complete the relevant sections on this form. A plate transfer fee is
applicable. If you do not wish to transfer the optional plates into your name, the plates must be returned to your nearest DVS centre or regional agent. Note:
It is unlawful to display optional plates on a vehicle without a Right to Display and Trade certificate being granted by the Chief Executive Officer.
5. The invoice may be paid by BPAY (contact your bank or financial institution for further information), by credit card using DVS’s Phonepay 1300 655 322, by
mail (GPO Box R1290, PERTH, WA 6844), in person at any metropolitan Post Office, participating country Post Office, DVS centre, regional Department of
Transport office or agent (cash, cheque or EFTPOS).
The information you supply on this form may be disclosed to other government agencies where provided for in legislation. The Chief Executive Officer of the
Department of Transport also releases aggregated statistical information to third parties. However, your personal identifying information will not be released to
these persons without your explicit consent.

DEFINITIONS
Dutiable Value
The dutiable value for a used vehicle is the amount for which the vehicle might reasonably be sold, free of financial encumbrances, in the open market.
Full definitions can be found in the Duties Act 2008.
Used Vehicles
Unrelated parties
When a licensed vehicle has been purchased on the open market from someone unrelated to the purchaser, the purchase price will generally represent the
dutiable value of the vehicle.
Related parties (related by blood, marriage, business relationship or otherwise)
When a vehicle is purchased from a related party, the purchase price may not be accepted as the dutiable value of the vehicle. In these cases, or if a vehicle is
received as a gift, the dutiable value is taken to be the price for which the vehicle might reasonably be sold on the open market.
Resources such as the Redbook website provide information on the average selling price of various makes and models of vehicles. This information may be
used as a guide and will generally be considered appropriate evidence of the market value of a vehicle in the absence of any evidence to the contrary.
Purchase Price
The purchase price, in respect of a vehicle, includes:
(a) an amount allowed by the seller on a trade-in or an exchange of any article, or
(b) an amount paid to the seller for anything included with or incorporated into the vehicle, or
(c) an amount paid to the seller for the preparation of the vehicle for delivery to the purchaser, or
(d) GST and auction fees.
WARNING: A seller or purchaser who understates the purchase price or dutiable value of a vehicle or who provides false or misleading information commits an
offence under the Duties Act 2008 and may be liable to a penalty of $20,000. The seller and the purchaser are liable to pay any additional duty that should have
been paid plus a penalty of 100% of that duty.
RevenueWA conducts regular checks of declared dutiable values against market data. If the declared dutiable value is suspected to be understated, you may be
asked to provide evidence to support your declaration.

VEHICLE LICENCE DUTY EXEMPTION ON THE TRANSFER OF A VEHICLE LICENCE BETWEEN SPOUSES/DEFACTOS
There is a provision for an exemption from vehicle licence duty, upon the transfer of a vehicle licence between spouses or de facto partners of at least two
years. The Application for Duty Exemption - Transfer of a vehicle licence between two spouses or de facto partners (FDA45) form, which is available for
download from www.wa.gov.au must be presented to a Driver and Vehicle Services Centre, regional Department of Transport office or DVS agent.
For further information visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/dvs or call DVS on 13 11 56.

PENSIONER CONCESSION CARD ENQUIRIES

If you are the holder of a Pension Concession card issued by Centrelink or Department of Veterans’ Affairs or a WA Senior’s Card and a Commonwealth
Senior’s Health Card holder, you may be eligible for a concession on your vehicle or driver’s licence. For further information please call DVS on 13 11 56.

GARAGING ADDRESS (BASE OF OPERATION)

In accordance with section 5(3)(d) of the Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012, a vehicle licence cannot be granted or transferred unless the vehicle is kept primarily
in Western Australia i.e. garaged in this state. You may be required to produce documentary proof of this.
DOES THE VEHICLE HAVE MONEY OWING ON IT OR IS IT LISTED ON THE WRITTEN-OFF VEHICLE REGISTER?
The Personal Property Securities Register (the PPSR) is the register where details of security interests in personal property can be registered and searched.
To make a PPSR enquiry, you will only need to provide the chassis or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Note there will be no provision for searching or
registering an interest by plate or engine number on the PPS Register. Visit www.ppsr.gov.au for an online search or call 1300 007 777.

WARNING: Restrictions on vehicle transfers

There may be sanctions applied by the Department of Justice in respect of unpaid fines that prevent the grant, renewal or transfer of a vehicle licence.
Until such time the sanction has been removed, the vehicle is considered unlicensed and continued use of the vehicle will be in contravention of the
Road Traffic (Vehicles) Act 2012.
Before considering the sale or purchase of a vehicle, the vehicle licence status may be checked at www.transport.wa.gov.au.
Vehicle owners that might have outstanding infringement notices or court fines may contact the Fines Enforcement Registry on 1300 650 235 to enquire
if their unpaid fines have led to a suspension of the vehicle licence.