rekisteröintitodistuksen

A rekisteröintitodistus, often translated as a registration certificate or vehicle registration document, is a legal document issued by authorities in Finland that proves a vehicle has been officially registered. This certificate contains essential information about the vehicle and its owner. Key details typically found on a rekisteröintitodistus include the vehicle's make, model, year of manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), engine number, and license plate number. It also lists the registered owner's name and address, and sometimes information about previous owners.

The rekisteröintitodistus serves several important purposes. Firstly, it is proof of ownership and legal status of the vehicle. It is required for various transactions related to the vehicle, such as selling it, insuring it, or taking it for a technical inspection (katsastus). Driving without a valid rekisteröintitodistus can lead to fines. The document is also crucial for customs and import/export procedures.

There are generally two parts to the vehicle registration document in Finland. The first part, often referred to as the "varmenteellinen rekisteröintitodistus" or "technical data sheet," contains detailed technical specifications of the vehicle. The second part, the "omistajatodistus" or "ownership certificate," primarily confirms the current owner. Both are important, but the ownership certificate is the one usually carried in the vehicle or presented in certain situations. Keeping the rekisteröintitodistus safe and updated is the responsibility of the vehicle owner.