DVLA issued a new alert this week
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued a warning to millions of vehicle owners across the UK. The “registered keeper” of every car, van, or other vehicle must have an up-to-date vehicle log book (V5C).
This document must be replaced if lost, stolen, or damaged, and updated if there are changes to your name or address, vehicle details, or if you’re buying, selling, or transferring a vehicle. On Monday evening, DVLA warned drivers “don’t” as it shared some important guidance.
On X, formerly Twitter, DVLA said: “Stay safe online – don’t share photos of your V5C log book on social media or selling sites, as scammers can use them for identity theft.”
Additionally, the DVLA is calling on drivers to “report misleading websites, emails, phone numbers, phone calls or text messages you think may be suspicious.” A link included within the post advises motorists on how to act if they come across anything they think may be a scam.
Suspicious emails can be forwarded to report@phishing.gov.uk, while suspicious text messages can be sent to 7726. If you think you’ve been a victim of an online scam or fraud, you should contact Action Fraud by calling 0300 123 2040, or online here
GOV.UK guidance adds: “Some websites, emails or phone numbers look like they’re part of an official government service when they’re not, or claim to help more than they actually do. Some make you pay for things that would be free or cheaper if you used the official government service.
“Search on GOV.UK to find official government services and phone numbers, for example if you want to apply to the DVLA for a driving licence.”
