The inspection and certification process

Refer to the VIRM: In-service certification, section 3.8.

Important: If a vehicle is unregistered, the WoF or CoF label must be completed with the VIN or chassis number, rather than the vehicle registration number, recorded on the reverse side of the label.

A CoF can be issued to unregistered vehicles only when all entry, specialist certification (such as towing connections) and in-service certification (including CoL, when applicable) requirements have been met.