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The ASSOCIATION OF OLD VEHICLE CLUBS IN NORTHERN IRELAND

The AOVC has represented and supported our member clubs and the wider historic vehicle community for nearly 54 years. Over that time we have encountered and overcome many challenges, several of which had the potential to restrict the use of vintage and classic vehicles on public roads.

We expect more obstacles ahead. The introduction of electric vehicles along with a younger generation of classic car enthusiasts, means it is even more important we continue our work as an Association. We hope that you can join us in keeping heritage vehicles on the road for future generations to enjoy.

Martin Waterworth

— AOVC Chairman

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Today, it is absolutely vital we work together as a body to ensure continued support for the Association’s original aim i.e. the restoration and use of all old vehicles.

The ASSOCIATION OF OLD VEHICLE CLUBS IN NORTHERN IRELAND

OUR Services

The AOVC is a membership led association which provides several services to its member clubs and individual vehicle owners. In the past, clubs have experienced difficulties in procuring Public Liability insurance. We are able to provide cover for static events and road runs under our member policy.

We have negotiated discounts for club members with a range of businesses and promote clubs and their events to the wider public. We are recognised by the DVLA to carry out vehicle inspections to assist owners to register a vehicle under their original registration.

about the AOVC

Insurance

Specalized vehicle and event insurance for AOVC members.

Promotion

Supporting members with online club and event publicity.

Discounts

Club members can avail of discounts and special offers.

V765 Inspection

Authorised by the DVLA to undertake V765 inspections.

AOVC NEWS

LATEST ARTICLES

• Driving

  Hagerty Survey: Potholes – The Great UK Disgrace

  ByAOVC 4th March 20264th March 2026

  Britain’s roads are going to pot, with many drivers suffering damage to their vehicles on a regular basis, and ever-deteriorating roads seeming to go unrepaired month after month. Hagerty asked their database of car enthusiasts for their opinion on the state of the nation’s roadways and received an overwhelming response as more than 1,200 drivers…

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  E5 Petrol

  E5 Petrol availability in Northern Ireland

  ByAOVC 14th July 20245th March 2026

  Petrol in Northern Ireland for older vehicles In a bid to help reduce carbon dioxide emissions, the Government has changed the standard grade of petrol from 95% octane and 5% ethanol (known as E5 at the petrol pumps) to a mix that contains 10% renewable ethanol and the rest octane. By changing this mix of…

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  Registration

  Obtaining details of previous vehicle owners from DVLA

  ByAOVC 21st February 202412th November 2025

  Reproduced with permission from the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs (FBHVC)

Join Us

Supporting Classic Car Clubs since 1973

The heritage vehicle movement in Northern Ireland is stronger when clubs work together to represent our common interests. We hope you can join us in keeping our vehicles on the road for future generations to enjoy.

• Represented views of vehicle owners to DfT and DVLA on policy changes.
• Lobbied Minister to bring NI MOT exemption in line with Great Britain.
• Lobbied for exemption for clubs to notify Parades Commission of upcoming runs.
• Provided bespoke training to member clubs on issues such as GDPR.
• Helped countless owners reclaim their original vehicle registration.
• Provided information on E5 Petrol availability in Northern Ireland.

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