Expired rego on company car

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kiwipeter

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#174965 12-Jun-2015 12:03

Hi,

I drive a company car which has an expired registration (expired end Feb 15).

I have reminded my boss several times of this, but he doesn't seem too fussed. My question is who would be fined if this is spotted on the road in its unlicensed state? Me personally or the registered owner, my boss?

Thanks for your help.

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Athlonite

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#1323299 12-Jun-2015 12:06

you are if you're driving the Vehicle it is your responsibility to make sure the vehicle is legally allowed on the road

blackjack17

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#1323305 12-Jun-2015 12:13

kiwipeter: Hi,

I drive a company car which has an expired registration (expired end Feb 15).

I have reminded my boss several times of this, but he doesn't seem too fussed. My question is who would be fined if this is spotted on the road in its unlicensed state? Me personally or the registered owner, my boss?

Thanks for your help.

You would be. The driver is responsible for the legal and safety status of the vehicle.

Your only option would be to refuse to drive until it is rectified.

If you look through your contract you will probably find that it states this.

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Inphinity

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#1323336 12-Jun-2015 12:52

I would be finding myself a new employer, personally. Or at least refuse to use the vehicle until it is road legal. You will be liable for any infringement while you're driving an unlicensed vehicle, and if your boss doesn't care to renew it, I doubt he'll care to pay your fines for you.