Question & AnswerQ&A (LTO MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 575-2005)
The purpose is to implement the rules and regulations for the initial registration scheme of brand new motor vehicles valid for three years, pursuant to relevant laws such as Republic Act No. 4136 and Batas Pambansa Bilang 74, and Administrative Order No. 010-2005.
Brand New Motor Vehicles refer to new and unregistered motor vehicles that are manufactured, assembled, imported, distributed, and/or sold by corporations or companies that are members of CAMPI, TMA, MDPPA, and other LTO accredited entities, regardless of classification.
The recognized associations include the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI), Truck Manufacturers Association (TMA), Motorcycle Development Program Participants Association (MDPPA), and other LTO accredited entities.
The classifications covered are private vehicles, for hire vehicles, government vehicles, and diplomatic vehicles.
No, motorcycles with engine displacement of 200 cc and below are excluded from this Order.
The registration requirements include: Authenticated Sales Invoice, Copy of Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR), PNP-TMG Clearance, Certification of Quality Control passing smoke emission and roadworthiness tests, appropriate insurance policy valid for three years, Certificate of Conformity (COC) issued by DENR, and a valid MVIR for identification.
The registration period is a minimum of three years and a maximum of three and three-fourths years depending on the ending number of the motor vehicle plates issued.
A penalty of fifty percent (50%) of the basic one-year Motor Vehicle User's Charge (MVUC) fee is imposed. The reckoning date for late registration penalties is seven working days from the date on the invoice.
Yes, an additional MVUC fee will be collected if the classification change results in a higher fee. However, no refund will be given if the fee is lowered due to a classification change.
A computer fee of P132.00 inclusive of VAT is collected pursuant to the LTO IT Project Build-Operate-Own (BOO) Agreement.
The vehicle is required to undergo the accessory penalty or penalties by passing the Motor Vehicle Inspection and/or Emission Tests despite the initial registration validity.
Yes, renewal of registration shall follow the procedures under Administrative Order No. 86AO-006 on the Revised Staggered Registration of Motor Vehicles based on the plate number issued.
They must submit the Sales Report, Original Sales Invoice, and the stencils of the engine and chassis/frame numbers to the LTO Central or Regional Office.
No refunds are allowed for vehicle inactivity or storage status during the registration period.
It became effective immediately when Administrative Order No. 010-2005 became valid and effective.