Lagos State Vehicle Registration And Plate Number Verification

Amongst the 36 states in Nigeria, none is as densely populated with cars as Lagos State. According to records, Lagos State accounts for 30% of all Nigerian traffic. This is no surprise considering that Lagos is a fast-growing city that contributes a lot to the economy of Nigeria.

Once upon a time, all road traffic-related issues fell on the shoulders of the Federal Road Safety Corp. In addition, the Federal Government once held the monopoly of issuing vehicle licenses, including Lagos state vehicle registration.

However, the demand for vehicle registration and vehicle license issuance soon became hectic, especially in Lagos. This necessitated the establishment of the Lagos State Motor Vehicle Administration Agency (MVAA) in 2007.

Lagos State Motor Vehicle Administration Agency (MVAA)

Lagos State Motor Vehicle Administration Agency has helped reduce the congestion and difficulty involved in getting vehicles registered and issued vehicle license plates. MVAA also has a record of issuing at least 20 thousand plate numbers monthly. This organization also takes charge of over 60% of vehicle number plates produced in Nigeria. Due to its convenience and effectiveness in issuing vehicle plates, other vehicle owners from other states aside from Lagos have come to Lagos to get their vehicle plates.

Here are the contacts of MVAA:

• Address: Plot 8, Lateef Jakande Road, Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Telephone: 08021349256, 08033011258, 08024719624, 08023276869 or 08023071038

Lagos State Vehicle Registration

Vehicle registration in Lagos is fast and easy provided they have the required documents and money. In an official announcement of MVAA, they state that the Lagos state vehicle registration plate process will not exceed 40 minutes provided the individual provides enough documents. In addition, after two days the CMR (Central Motor Registry document) can be picked.

To register number plates in Lagos, you have to visit any of the Lagos MVAA offices for vehicle registration that is scattered throughout the state. About 50 MVAA are available in Lagos State which can issue the vehicle registration plate, so you should visit the one closest to you. Some of the MVAA offices available include;

• Beach road, Abogwa/Block 9, Old Secretariat in Ikeja
• Ipaja road, Abekoko, Agege
• Vio yard, Berger Cement Bus stop, Olodi Apapa, etc.

To avoid wasting your own time, when coming to any of the MVAA offices, come prepared with the following documents;

• Valid driver’s licence
• Insurance policy number
• An identification card or Passport
• Proof of living address (bills for example)
• Insurance papers
• Proof of vehicle ownership
• Tax identification number

PS: Please also note that if the vehicle is imported, custom papers will be compulsory.

Lagos Number Plate Codes

Lagos plate number conforms to the format ABC – 123DE in which ABC indicates the local government where the vehicle was registered. Three digits and 2 letters afterwards are simply the order number of plates issued.

Lagos State MVAA issues out standard plate numbers,  special number plates: out-of-series plate numbers and fancy numbers depending on the request of individuals. The standard plate number is for those who want a specific number while the others offer customized plates with names or symbols.

Below is a list of mainstream Lagos number plate codes and their meanings;

• SMK: Somolu
• JJJ: Ojo
• APP: Apapa
• KJA: Ikeja
• LSR: Surulere
• FKJ: Ifako Ijaiye
• LND: Lagos Mainland
• LSD: Oshodi Isolo
• KSF: Kosofe
• AKD: Ibeju Lekki
• AGL: Ajeromi Ifelodun
• KRD: Ikorodu
• KTU: Alimosho
• GGE: Agege
• EKY: Eti-Osa
• BDG: Badagry
• AAA: Lagos Island
• MUS: Mushin
• EPE: Epe
• FST: Festac

Source: Lagos government publication

Cost Of Vehicle Registration In Lagos State

There are different categories of vehicle registration in Lagos State. You can find them in the table below.

Lagos Motor Vehicle Administration Agency Services

Lagos State Plate Number Verification

Verifying your Lagos State Plate number is important so that you don’t fall into the hands of fraudsters. This is not a difficult process at all, as you can easily get it done online.

Kindly follow these steps for Lagos state vehicle number verification:

• Log into MVAA’s official website at http://www.lsmvaapvs.org/
• Enter your vehicle plate number in the Plate Number box
• Click on Search

If the plate number is valid, the information on the vehicle registration will be revealed immediately after you click search. If not, then it means your plate number is fake.

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CONCLUSION

Lagos State MVAA is a fast and convenient means of getting your vehicle registered. However, when going remember to take the required documents and the needed fee for the registration.