To renew your vehicle license disc in South Africa, you will typically need the following documents:
- The original and valid Motor Vehicle License Renewal Notice (MVL2) form. This form is usually sent to you by post or email and contains details about your vehicle, license expiry date, and the amount you need to pay for the renewal.
- Your South African ID book or card, or a valid passport if you are a foreign national.
- Proof of residential address. This can be in the form of a utility bill, bank statement, or any other document that confirms your residential address.
- If your vehicle is financed, you will need to bring along a copy of your vehicle’s registration certificate (logbook) and a letter from the bank or financial institution confirming that you have permission to renew the license disc.
- If you are renewing the license disc on behalf of a company, you will need to bring along a letter of authority from the company and a copy of the company’s registration documents.
- Payment for the license renewal fee. You can pay in cash, by debit or credit card, or with a postal order.
Note that if your vehicle requires a roadworthy certificate, you will need to obtain one before you can renew your license. Additionally, if your license disc has been lost or damaged, you will need to apply for a replacement before you can renew it.
Top 15 Car Insurance Companies in South Africa
- Auto & General: Established in 1985, recognized as the best vehicle insurer in South Africa.
- Absa: Offers car insurance through app-based Activate plans or iDirect, providing credit shortfall cover and more.
- Dialdirect Insurance: Known for comprehensive offerings and user-friendly online services.
- 1st for Women: Specialized benefits for female drivers, including trip monitoring and panic buttons.
- Momentum: Focuses on financial wellness with a variety of insurance products.
- Old Mutual: One of South Africa's oldest institutions, providing diverse insurance solutions.
- OUTsurance: Offers value-for-money services with a 12-month premium guarantee.
- Budget Insurance: Provides affordable options with flexible coverage plans.
- Discovery Insure: Rewards good driving behavior with innovative products.
- Santam: The largest short-term insurer in South Africa, offering wide-ranging products.
- MiWay: Pioneered online short-term insurance administration in South Africa.
- King Price Insurance: Unique model with decreasing premiums as the vehicle depreciates.
- Pineapple: High customer satisfaction with a 4.6/5 rating from nearly 4,000 reviews.
- Naked Insurance: Fully digital platform offering flexible car insurance options.
- Prime Meridian Direct: Focuses on essential coverage at competitive prices.
Top 20 Car Companies in South Africa
- Toyota: Sold 142,612 units in 2023, marking an 8.0% increase.
- Volkswagen Group: Secured the second spot with 67,456 units sold in 2023.
- Suzuki: Achieved 4.8% growth with 49,438 units sold in 2023.
- Hyundai: Sold 31,952 units in 2023 despite an 11.4% decline.
- Ford: Recorded a 16.6% increase, selling 30,710 units in 2023.
- Nissan: Maintained steady presence with 29,158 units sold in 2023.
- Isuzu: Achieved 9.4% growth with 23,273 units sold in 2023.
- Renault: Sold 21,703 units in 2023 despite a 20.4% decline.
- Haval: Maintained position with 19,904 units sold in 2023 despite a 12.1% decline.
- Kia: Sold 19,086 units in 2023 despite a 16.2% decrease.