Sale of Goods Act 1979: Primary legislation governing the sale of goods in England and Wales, establishing basic contractual rights and obligations between seller and buyer
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Legislation dealing with false or misleading statements made during the sale process, providing remedies for misrepresentation
Road Traffic Act 1988: Legislation governing road vehicle use, including requirements for roadworthiness and legal compliance
Vehicle Excise and Registration Act 1994: Legislation covering vehicle registration and documentation requirements including V5C transfer
Contract Formation Requirements: Essential elements for valid contract: offer, acceptance, consideration, intention to create legal relations, and capacity to contract
V5C Documentation: Requirements for proper transfer of vehicle registration document (V5C logbook) between seller and buyer
MOT Considerations: Legal requirements regarding MOT status disclosure and transfer of MOT certificate
Insurance Requirements: Considerations regarding insurance status during and after sale, including transfer period
Mileage Declaration: Legal obligation to accurately declare the vehicle's mileage and any known discrepancies
As Is Provisions: Specific clauses limiting warranties and applying caveat emptor (buyer beware) principle, while maintaining legal obligations regarding truthful disclosure
Defect Disclosure: Legal requirement to disclose known defects or issues with the vehicle, even in an 'as is' sale
Anti-Fraud Provisions: Requirements to prevent fraud including verification of true ownership and vehicle history
