It's used by France and other countries that register caravans, without it the authorities won't allow a caravan to register and in their eyes it therefore doesn't exist.

The issuing of CofC's is gradually spreading across the globe. In the EU the Type Approval Regulations (in operation for UK caravans for about five years) require a CofC to be issued for every caravan (and motorised vehicle) produced, as proof that they comply with the Type Approval regs. Any material change to the van e.g upgraded MTPLM, requires the issue of an amended CofC.

I believe that in Germany and France CofC's were an integral part of the caravan and motor vehicle scene for decades before they became mandatory across the EU and that if a caravan has no CofC the manufacturer should be able to furnish a copy based on their records.

Hymer will not issue a CoC for anything pre 2010

would my VW1600 diesel bluemotion be ok to tow a triton 420?
chris

What's the plated GVW and GTW of the Passat?

My car is a golf 1600 bluemotion 2009.
chris

Sorry I assumed a Passat. Still need to know the mandatory plated weights though. They'll be on a door reveal somewhere.

thanks , all is ok and have now collected triton 420 GT from DOM in Norfolk. A lot to get my head round and so different to my Puck. First problem is the Instructions are Dutch, any help will be welcome.

Schmoke and a pancake is the only Dutch I know!! (Austin Powers Goldmember reference)

thats great, its all looking clearer
chris