Bike registered on elder brother's name but younger brother rides it

607 votes

Yes.
if you have valid driving license,you can drive any vehicle categorised under Motor Vehicle Act. It does not matter who is the registered owner. If owner gives her consent to drive.
In real many times you have seen driver of cars,buses,trucks,school vans are not owner they are driving on contract basis. I.e. Uber,Ola cabs mostly driver of these cabs are on salary plus incentive basis .
So you can drive vehicle even if you are not registered owner , but you must have valid driving license and other documents I.e. insurance, pollution control certificate etc.
And you must have consent from registered owner to drive vehicle .

Advocate Arun LawRato

297 votes

In India, the ownership and registration of a vehicle play a significant role in determining who can legally operate it. Here are some key points to consider regarding driving a vehicle registered in another person's name:

1. Vehicle Ownership and Registration:
   • The person whose name appears on the vehicle's registration certificate (RC) is considered the legal owner of the vehicle.
   • Driving a vehicle registered in someone else's name is allowed, but there are some important considerations.
2. Driving Someone Else's Bike or Car:
   • If a bike or car is registered in your father's name, you can generally drive it without issues as long as he permits you to do so.
   • Permission from the registered owner (your father, in this case) is crucial, even if you are a family member.
3. Legal Authorization:
   • While you can drive someone else's vehicle with their permission, it's advisable to carry a written authorization letter from the owner, especially for situations where you might be asked to prove your authority to drive the vehicle.
   • An authorization letter should include the owner's name, your name, the vehicle's details, and the period of authorization.
4. Insurance and Documentation:
   • Ensure that the vehicle has valid insurance, and the insurance policy should ideally cover other drivers with the owner's consent.
   • Always carry the necessary documents while driving, including your driving license and the vehicle's RC.
5. Responsibility and Liability:
   • Keep in mind that when you drive someone else's vehicle, you are responsible for following traffic rules and regulations.
   • In case of accidents or violations, legal liability may fall on both the driver and the registered owner.

In summary, driving a vehicle registered in another person's name is permissible with the owner's consent, but it's important to have proper authorization, follow legal requirements, and exercise responsible driving. 

Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty LawRato