How do I prepare a Category C write-off for a VIC test?

I am on the verge of buying a car that is on a 2001 plate. It has an MOT till September 2010 but is SORN and a Cat C write-off. The problems with the car are that it needs a new door, wing and front bumper, but the car is only costing me and a friend £200. But we have recently been told that it may have to under go a VIC test and it can fail. If we fix the car how can it fail?

Asked on 30 July 2010 by kpr91

Answered by Dan Harrison

All you need to know about a VIC check can be found here: www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/BuyingAndSellingAVeh...7

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