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How to Complete an Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle at NaTIS

At NaTIS, when building a motor vehicle from spare parts, an Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle is required as per the National Road Traffic Act, 1996. This affidavit serves as a declaration under oath/affirmation, stating the details of the motor vehicle and the acquisition of the spare parts.

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Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to complete the affidavit with authority.

Section 1 : Personal Details

  • Start by providing your full name and surname in the designated space.
  • Indicate your gender (male/female) as required.
  • Provide your complete address, including street name and number, city/town, and postal code.
  • Enter your ID number, which is a unique identification number issued to you by the government.
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Section 2: Declaration of Motor Vehicle Details

  • State that you built a motor vehicle for yourself or on behalf of someone else using spare parts.
  • List the spare parts used in building the motor vehicle. Include the make/fabricate, VIN/chassis number, and engine number for each spare part.
  • Indicate the persons from whom you acquired the spare parts and the respective amounts paid.
  • Attach receipts as proof of acquisition for each spare part.

Section 3: Confirmation of Understanding

  • Certify that before administering the oath/affirmation, you asked the deponent (person making the affidavit) the following questions and recorded their answers in their presence.
  • Include the following questions:
    1. Are you conversant with and do you understand the content of this declaration?
    2. Do you have any objection to taking the prescribed oath/affirmation?
    3. Do you consider the prescribed oath/affirmation to be binding on your conscience?
  • Record the deponent’s answers to each question.
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Section 4: Certification of Acknowledgment

  • Certify that the deponent has acknowledged that they know and understand the content of the declaration.
  • State that the deponent’s signature/thumbprint/mark was placed on the affidavit in your presence on a specific date.
  • Include your full name and designation as the Commissioner of Oaths.

Completing the affidavit with authority and accuracy is crucial to ensure compliance with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996. By following the steps outlined above and providing all the necessary details, you can properly complete the affidavit for a motor vehicle at NaTIS. Remember to attach receipts as proof of acquisition and obtain the deponent’s signature/thumbprint/mark in your presence to validate the affidavit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an affidavit for a motor vehicle at NaTIS?

An affidavit for a motor vehicle at NaTIS is a declaration under oath/affirmation that is required when building a motor vehicle from spare parts, as per the National Road Traffic Act, 1996.

Why do I need to complete an affidavit for a motor vehicle at NaTIS?

Completing an affidavit for a motor vehicle at NaTIS is necessary to comply with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996, and provide a declaration under oath/affirmation stating the details of the motor vehicle and the acquisition of the spare parts used in building it.

What personal details do I need to provide in the Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle?

You need to provide your full name, surname, gender, complete address including street name, city/town, postal code, and your ID number, which is a unique identification number issued by the government.

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What information do I need to include in the declaration of motor vehicle details?

You need to state that you built the motor vehicle for yourself or on behalf of someone else using spare parts, list the spare parts used including make/fabricate, VIN/chassis number, and engine number for each spare part, and indicate the persons from whom you acquired the spare parts and the respective amounts paid. You also need to attach receipts as proof of acquisition for each spare part.

What information do I need to include in the certification of acknowledgment?

You need to certify that the deponent has acknowledged that they know and understand the content of the declaration, state that the deponent’s signature/thumbprint/mark was placed on the affidavit in your presence on a specific date, and include your full name and designation as the Commissioner of Oaths.

Can I build a motor vehicle from spare parts for someone else?

Yes, you can build a motor vehicle from spare parts for someone else. You need to mention this in the affidavit and provide the necessary details of the spare parts used and the person on whose behalf the motor vehicle was built.

Do I need to provide receipts as proof of acquisition for the spare parts?

Yes, it is necessary to attach receipts as proof of acquisition for each spare part used in building the motor vehicle. This helps in validating the affidavit and complying with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996.

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Can I complete the Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle myself or do I need a Commissioner of Oaths?

You need a Commissioner of Oaths to complete the affidavit. The Commissioner of Oaths is responsible for administering the oath/affirmation and certifying the acknowledgment of the deponent.

Is it important to complete the Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle with accuracy?

Yes, it is crucial to complete the affidavit with authority and accuracy to ensure compliance with the National Road Traffic Act, 1996. Any false or incorrect information in the affidavit can lead to legal consequences.

What questions do I need to ask the deponent in the Affidavit for a Motor Vehicle?

You need to ask the deponent (person making the affidavit) the following questions and record their answers in their presence:
Are you conversant with and do you understand the content of this declaration?
Do you have any objection to taking the prescribed oath/affirmation?
Do you consider the prescribed oath/affirmation to be binding on your conscience?