Regarding reporting to the Police, I originally walked into a police station to report the theft, to be told its a civil matter. Is there any other way that I can report the matter?

Many thanks for the advice, it is appreciated and has made me feel more positive about resolving the issue. First off I will write to the DVLA again, but this time include receipts and point out that I have never signed any change of ownership paperwork that they have clearly processed. If I get registration details information from them I'll go back to the Police armed with that (and the fact that the vehicle has been taken without my consent) and try to get them to do something to aid legal recovey.

Frustratingly, I cant find out who 'loaned' the car, and i'd assumed that the insurance company would have nothing to do with it as it hasn't technically been stolen, or has it?

I bought a car, registered it in my name and let a family member use it. Unbeknown to me they subsequently lost their driving licence after incurring penalty points and 'loaned' the car to one of their friends. The cars documentation was apparently in its glovebox, and i'm assuming this has been used to register the car in someone elses name. That friend has either sold the car or registered it in their name. Naturally, I want the car back as all this was done without my knowledge, but the DVLA and Police have been unable to help. I've contacted the DVLA to ask who the car is currently registered to, but they returned my cheque saying that they do not get involved in supplying details, even though i'm the rightful owner of the vehicle. I've contacted the Police who told me that this is a civil matter, not a matter that they can deal with. All very frustrating, can anyone suggest how I can a) find out who's got my car; b) Get it back! Kind Regards