Home

   Log in or Register



Insurance Quotes
forums Campsite Search Comp Directory tips virtual brochure Profile
Tent and Awning Reviews Competitions Caravans and Motorhomes For Sale Shopping Diary Advent Calendar

Advertisement

Message Forums
Welcome Guest Register Login Search The Forum Posts Since Last Visit
 Reception - All Forums
   Caravans and Caravanning -  Caravan Towcars and Towing Advice 		Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email  Printer Friendly Version Print
Subject Topic: tow car max braked weight
Page:  1  2 Post Reply Post New Topic
Personjonnydee
23/7/2016 at 9:38pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
So I have changed my twelve year old car for a 6 year old car but I have a potential issue.

Prior to buying the new car I did a search on the exact model on all the tow matching websites, they all reported an excellent match for my outfit. The three websites also stated the car had a maximum braked tow weight of 1500kgs.

Today the V5 for my car turned up, the first time Ive seen it. Basically it says the car was registered elsewhere in the UK (to my surprise the dealer did not tell me this) and the technical permissible maximum towable mass for a braked trailer is listed as 1090kgs on the V5. A lot less than expected. For information the V5 max. permissible mass and mass in service of the car is 1351 on the V5.

My van has a specified Mass in Running Order (Kg) - 876 and Maximum Technical Permissible Laden Mass (Kg) - 1135.

So if I load my van less than the MTPLM and less than 1090 am I legal to tow on the weights, or do I need a vehicle that can tow a mass greater than the 1135 of the caravans MTPLM?

Bit pee'd with the dealer and will also look into my legal rights on that side, as he know I wanted to tow with it.

All replies greatly received. Thank you.


PersonRob and Tina
23/7/2016 at 9:45pm
 Location: Royal Forest of Dean
 Outfit:  Swift Major 4SB View Rob and Tina's Profile View Profile   Reply to Rob and Tina Reply   Quote Rob and Tina Quote  
Joined: 17/10/2007

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3375
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
What does the weight plate on the car say? Is it possible that the weights on the car are the weights you were expecting and the V5 is showing incorrect information?

Rob


Personnavver
23/7/2016 at 10:11pm
 Location: West country
 Outfit: Mondeo View navver's Profile View Profile   Reply to navver Reply   Quote navver Quote  
Joined: 23/8/2008

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4664
Site Reviews Total: 1
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Sadly, the towing websites can not be relied on for accurate data on cars or caravans. You should always input your own data.

1090kg is low for a car. what car is it.

Some cars are called Eco versions and a lot of these have ridiculously low tow weights. Is yours one of them.

My guess would be you can tow up to the limit of the cars V5 limit or the plated limit on the car. However, be aware that a lot of vans are heavier than they say they are. Some have extras fitted not included in the catalogue weight. There should be a certificate of conformity in amongst the paperwork for the van which should show it's weight (MIRO) when it left the factory.

Is there a Gross train weight and a max vehicle weight for the car.


Personjonnydee
23/7/2016 at 10:11pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Just checked the car, VW Golf MK6 2.0TDI GT 140, it has a black sticker on the inside of the door which has four weights listed on it

1920 kg
3460 kg
1- 1090 kg
2 -0880 kg

So I assume 2 - 1090 is the max tow weight. So if the vans total weight with all our stuff in, as we normally load it, is less than 1090 I take it we are OK, even if the van could be loaded at a higher weight?

Post last edited on 23/07/2016 22:26:02


PersonRob and Tina
23/7/2016 at 10:51pm
 Location: Royal Forest of Dean
 Outfit:  Swift Major 4SB View Rob and Tina's Profile View Profile   Reply to Rob and Tina Reply   Quote Rob and Tina Quote  
Joined: 17/10/2007

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3375
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
As I understand it 1920 is the max weight of the car and 3460 is the max gross train weight. Weight 1 is the max front axle load and weight 2 is the max rear axle load.

The max trailer weight is 3460-1920=1540.

I am wondering if you have the correct V5 for your car. Do the chassis numbers etc match those on the car? You might have to get in touch with VW to query the weights and get an explanation for the differences.

Rob


Advertisement



Personjonnydee
24/7/2016 at 8:31am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Okay thanks for your replies Rob, possibly a mistake on the V5 then, from who ever imported it.

Trouble is, meant to be getting a tow bar fitted friday for going away the week after !

Need to know the car is suitable prior to having it fitted.

So the V5 says the mass in service weight is 1351 and the max permissible mass is also 1351. Are these liable to be wrong then?

Post last edited on 24/07/2016 08:54:47


Personjonnydee
24/7/2016 at 9:33am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
So been through the hand book this morning and it seems who ever supplied the information for the V5 has made a complete hash of it! With the data on the V5 I cannot carry any load!


PersonRob and Tina
24/7/2016 at 9:34am
 Location: Royal Forest of Dean
 Outfit:  Swift Major 4SB View Rob and Tina's Profile View Profile   Reply to Rob and Tina Reply   Quote Rob and Tina Quote  
Joined: 17/10/2007

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   3375
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
It sounds like there are mistakes on the V5. If the mass in service is 1351 the max permissible mass would be 500 kg or so higher eg 1920 kg otherwise you would not be able to carry any passengers or luggage at all. Hopefully someone with some common sense will see that this is totally wrong.

I think you need to get in touch with DVLA or whatever they are called this week and start the ball rolling with getting them to admit the V5 is incorrect. You may need to get confirmation from VW of what the correct figures are but a photo of the weight plate on the car may be enough to convince everyone that the documents are wrong.

Where was this car originally imported from? Some countries have different regulations which affect the way the car is taxed etc so the weights are changed slightly to help increase sales. An Astra in France for example is usually plated with a max train weight of just under 3500 kg so it can tow at the higher speed limit but the same car registered in the UK will be plated over 3500 kg and will be subject to the lower speed limit when towing in France.

Did you check that the chassis numbers etc on the car match the numbers on the V5?

Rob


Personfreeatlast
24/7/2016 at 11:34am
 Location: Teesside
 Outfit:  Mitsubishi ASX4 View freeatlast's Profile View Profile   Reply to freeatlast Reply   Quote freeatlast Quote  
Joined: 23/3/2008

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   2135
Site Reviews Total: 2
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Before going to all that bother, the V5 is not neccessarily accurate even on new cars bought from dealers. MY Mitsubishi ASX has a V5 towing weight of 1400kg. This is the advertised towing limit too. However, every UK ASX since it was first brought out 6 years ago has a plated towing limit of 1470kg.

While not a problem for me, if I'm ever stopped, they will check the plated weight not ask me for the V5, which obviously I don't carry.


PersonNutkins
24/7/2016 at 1:25pm
 Location: Bradford
 Outfit: Swift Charisma 06 - Passat Est 2.0 140 View Nutkins's Profile View Profile   Reply to Nutkins Reply   Quote Nutkins Quote  
Joined: 31/7/2012

Gold Member
Gold Member

Forum Posts:   279
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Practical caravan review on youtube puts kerbweight at 1351kg, max tow 1500kg (obviously not recommended). 85% guide for caravan weight is 1148kg. Gets a good review have a look. If your still unsure take it to a weighbridge and get an accurate kerbweight figure.

-------------
I went to the top of the mountain...and looked over the other side!


Advertisement



Personnavver
24/7/2016 at 8:22pm
 Location: West country
 Outfit: Mondeo View navver's Profile View Profile   Reply to navver Reply   Quote navver Quote  
Joined: 23/8/2008

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4664
Site Reviews Total: 1
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
If the PC review is correct, the figures certainly look realistic, you should be OK.


Personjonnydee
27/7/2016 at 5:59am
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Thanks all. To my surprise, after initially telling me to bugger off, the garage have offered me my money back!

Trouble is I have already sent V5 back to DVLA with a photo of the weight plate and copies of the technical spec for a UK car.

Will see what happens.


PersonLlaniDavis
27/7/2016 at 2:37pm
 Location: Llanidloes Powys
 Outfit: Skoda Yeti SEL4x4 +Bailey Ranger 460-4 View LlaniDavis's Profile View Profile   Reply to LlaniDavis Reply   Quote LlaniDavis Quote  
Joined: 28/6/2009

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   1963
Site Reviews Total: 12
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 1  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 7
Site Nights 2018: 0
Quote: Originally posted by jonnydee on 23/7/2016
Just checked the car, VW Golf MK6 2.0TDI GT 140, it has a black sticker on the inside of the door which has four weights listed on it

1920 kg
3460 kg
1- 1090 kg
2 -0880 kg

So I assume 2 - 1090 is the max tow weight. So if the vans total weight with all our stuff in, as we normally load it, is less than 1090 I take it we are OK, even if the van could be loaded at a higher weight?

Post last edited on 23/07/2016 22:26:02


Not for a VAG weight plate and now all EU weight plates.
Top line = kerb weight.
2nd line = maximum train weight.
3rd line = front axle limit.
4th line = rear axle limit.


PersonDerbian
27/7/2016 at 7:16pm
 Location: derbyshire
 Outfit: Seat Exeo Opus Camper View Derbian's Profile View Profile   Reply to Derbian Reply   Quote Derbian Quote  
Joined: 18/2/2016

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   99
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
First figure is Gross Vehicle Weight ( max wht of loaded car ). Kerb Weight isn't quoted on the Vin Plate. Sites often refer to Kerb Weight but in fact it has no legal definition.


Personjonnydee
29/7/2016 at 6:05pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered View jonnydee's Profile View Profile   Reply to jonnydee Reply   Quote jonnydee Quote  
Joined: 10/10/2012

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   7
Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
Money back :)
just need to find a car now :(

thanks for the replies


Personnavver
29/7/2016 at 7:54pm
 Location: West country
 Outfit: Mondeo View navver's Profile View Profile   Reply to navver Reply   Quote navver Quote  
Joined: 23/8/2008

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   4664
Site Reviews Total: 1
Site Reviews 2024: 0  
Site Reviews 2023: 0  
Site Reviews 2022: 0  
Site Reviews 2021: 0  
Site Reviews 2020: 0  
Site Reviews 2019: 0  
Site Reviews 2018: 0  
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0
Site Nights 2019: 0
Site Nights 2018: 0
That's good of them. Hope you find something suitable.



In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next

Jump To Page:  1  2

Quick Links - All Forums - Caravan Towcars and Towing Advice - Top of Page

Printer Friendly Version Printable version      Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...

4656 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Recommend to Friend  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Shop!]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Contact Us]  [Tent Reviews] 



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2024


Advertisement
Advertisement
Roofbox

UKCampsite.co.uk
2024 Advent Calendar

Advent Calendar

24 Daily Prizes PLUS a Christmas Day Star Prize worth £999

Request a Reminder