Hi
I‘ve recently registered my XS2 with DVLA, a bit of a saga because USA title only listed part of the frame number and didn’t have the first letter and numbers (S650-) missing from Title. Should have been S650-xxxxxx. The v55 asks you to input the full frame and engine numbers I took pictures and and sent original title. The application was refused. My second attempt was successful. In answer to you question if you have an original Title document with your import then you do not need to get a dating letter from Yamaha or the Japanese Vintage club. You must follow the V55 instructions exactly and supply pictures of both side of bike and engine and frame numbers. The Yamaha VIN white label has no worth to your application. I also sent a letter explaining that I required an Historic plate and not a Dreaded Q plate. Because my original application failed I grovelled a little and said I would be prepared to obtain further proof if my evidence was not satisfactory I would get the VJMC to confirm 1972 build. Make sure you provide two documents confirming you address dated within the last 3 months. Do exactly what the V55 supporting document asks for. It takes about 8 weeks, if you dont have the USA title then you will have to go to VJMC to provide evidence, no big deal but you may as well join the club for one year and get a discounted dating letter. It’s easy if you do exactly what the DVLA ask and make sure if you have a Title then your frame number picture is exactly the same as the Title which also corresponds to what you write on the V55. Sorry this is a bit long winded but the DVLA will refuse for the smallest mistake. Don’t forget the cheque and sign the bottom of the V55. No inspection required. Cheers Paul
