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Does the new VED tax scheme for cars costing in excess of £40,000 apply to the invoice price, including options, or the list price of the model selected excluding options?
I had a 2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0-litre automatic as my main car in 2010 and I remember it being tax bracket J (190g/km),150PS, and on paper showing 35mpg on the combined cycle. I'm looking to buy a used 2007...
I need a second hand car and my friend has offered to sell me his 2002 Ford Fiesta. He gave me the number plates but I’ve checked on the direct.gov website and it says the car has no tax or MOT. He doesn’t...
When will my 1976 MG MGB, first registered 13 April 1976, become tax exempt?
I have insurance but received no notification regarding my MoT and road tax. I was stopped by the police who told me that i did not have tax nor MOT so my car was impounded. How can i claim it back?
My MG was registered on 14 April 1976, will it be tax exempt now with the rolling 40 year plan? My post office said no.
On 13 June 2016 I taxed a car for one year using my debit card on DVLA's website. The payment went through my bank account quite correctly (£130 for a 2004 Renault Clio 1200cc). On 5 November I received...
I get a company car with my job and need a little advice. I fall into the 40% tax bracket and the company will only pay company mileage at recommended rates.I need a large car for my family and would also...
I am looking to buy a new Audi Q5 with a petrol engine. I'd like to get the new model, but am worried that it will fall into the new, more expensive road tax system. Should I buy the older version, or...
I have bought 2009 Peugeot Bipper diesel van from the estate of a deceased farmer.I have insured it for Private use and the road tax quoted at the Post Office is £230. However, when I Google the van it...
 

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