SORN

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Noun — In the UK, a formal declaration to the DVLA that a vehicle is off the road and will not be used or parked on a public road, which suspends the requirement to tax and insure it; short for Statutory Off Road Notification.

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British administrative term, meaningless outside the UK. Written in capitals as a noun, often lower case as a verb (sorned).

Etymology

An acronym of Statutory Off Road Notification.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need insurance on a SORN car?

You are not legally required to insure a vehicle that is properly declared SORN and kept off the road, because continuous insurance enforcement is suspended. Many owners still keep fire and theft cover, and you must insure it again before it goes back on the road.

Does a SORN vehicle need an MOT?

Not while it is off the road. You will need a valid MOT before you drive it again, and the only journey you may legally make without one is a pre-booked appointment at a test centre.

How long does a SORN last?

Indefinitely. Once declared, it stays in force until you tax the vehicle again, sell it or scrap it, so there is no annual renewal.

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