ökutækjaskrá

The term "ökutækjaskrá" translates from Icelandic to "vehicle register" or "vehicle registration database." It refers to the official registry maintained by the Icelandic Transport Authority (Samgöngustofa) that contains information about all registered motor vehicles in Iceland. This register is a crucial component of road safety and administration within the country.

The ökutækjaskrá holds details such as vehicle identification numbers (VIN), make, model, year of manufacture, engine specifications, ownership history, and registration status. It also records information related to vehicle inspections, insurance, and any outstanding fines or encumbrances. Access to and management of this database is strictly regulated to ensure data privacy and security.

The primary purposes of the ökutækjaskrá include facilitating the identification of vehicles for law enforcement and administrative purposes, ensuring that vehicles comply with legal requirements for roadworthiness and insurance, and providing a basis for taxation and licensing. It plays a vital role in traffic management, accident investigation, and the overall regulation of road transport in Iceland. Changes in ownership, modifications, or deregistration of vehicles must be reported to and updated in the ökutækjaskrá.