Last reviewed: 6 July 2026
Box 38 of the DVLA V55/5 form is for mass in service (kg).
Take this from the Certificate of Conformity or get it from the vehicle manufacturer. On EU registration certificates it's field G.
| Field | Type | Required? |
|---|---|---|
Mass in Service (kg) Take this from the Certificate of Conformity or get it from the vehicle manufacturer. On EU registration certificates it's field G. | number | Optional |
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