I have heard,but dont quote me on this,that a total loss vehicle can be put back on the road once work is done but will have to undergo an inspection and if its deemed to be both safe and roadworthy,then it will be looked at by a DVLA inspector and it depends on that as to whether it goes on a "Q"plate or back on its age related plate.I think it depends upon whether you can prove that most of the parts used to repair are from same year.If they feel thattoo many of the parts are not consistent with the age of the vehicle then it will go on the Q. :?: :?: