Tell us what you have
Call, text, or send the short form. A photo of your paperwork is usually enough for us to know what is needed.
Planned Non-Operation
Planned Non-Operation (PNO) & Non-Use Filing
Not driving the car? California lets you report that a vehicle is not being used instead of paying full registration on it. We handle the eligible PNO and non-use filings.
- Licensed by the California DMV · OL #82554
- BBB accredited business
- Se habla español
PNO has a filing window. Call before your registration expires, not after.
VYN is a private registration service, not a DMV office. We are licensed by the California DMV as a registration service (Occupational License #82554) and we do the paperwork for you. Government fees are set by the DMV and are separate from our service fee.
What we can help with
A vehicle that is off the road and a vehicle that is registered are two different records. This is how you move between them.
- Planned Non-Operation (PNO)
- Affidavit of Non-Use
- Registration status questions
- Returning a vehicle to active registration
- Related registration paperwork
How it works
We check the record
We look at what the DMV is asking for on your vehicle and tell you exactly which documents to bring.
We file the status change
We submit the right filing for your vehicle so the record reflects that it is off the road.
What to bring
- Your vehicle registration information
- Valid identification
Not sure?
A vehicle on PNO cannot be driven or parked on a public street. If you are not sure that fits your situation, call and we will talk it through.
Fees and requirements vary. Eligibility, government fees and processing time depend on the vehicle record and the transaction. We confirm your exact situation before anything is filed.
What it costs
Two separate numbers, and we never blend them into one.
Our service fee
What VYN charges to handle the transaction for you. We quote it before anything is filed, so you always know it up front. Call and we will give you the number in a minute — free, no obligation.
DMV fees
Set by the state, not by us. They depend on your vehicle and on the transaction, and they are paid to the DMV. We show you the exact amount, always separate from our fee.
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DMV-Licensed Registration Service · OL #82554
CA Insurance License #6017249
3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate, CA 90280
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Questions people ask
Can I file PNO after my registration already expired?
It depends on how far past it is. PNO is meant to be filed before the registration lapses, and once it has, penalties may already apply. Call and we will check the record.
Can I still park the car on the street?
No. A vehicle on Planned Non-Operation is not to be operated or parked on public roads. It has to stay on private property.
Where are you located?
3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate, CA 90280. We are open Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are DMV fees included in your service fee?
No. Government fees are set by the DMV and are always separate from our service fee. They depend on your vehicle and the transaction.
Are you a DMV office?
No. We are a privately owned business licensed by the California DMV as a registration service, Occupational License #82554. We are not a branch of the DMV.
Other things we handle
Where to find us
- Address
- 3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E
South Gate, CA 90280
Get directions - Hours
- Mon–Sat · 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Phone
- (323) 484-0354
Who we serve
South Gate, Lynwood, Huntington Park, Downey, Cudahy, Bell, Bell Gardens, Maywood, Paramount and Compton — plus the rest of Los Angeles County.
Car sitting unused?
Call and we will tell you whether PNO fits and when it needs to be filed. We are at 3411 Tweedy Blvd Ste E, South Gate.