When Is My Car Tax Due?

Car tax is really important, and making sure your car is taxed is key. We've looked at all things car tax in a seperate blog.

If you don’t pay your car tax and are caught on the UK roads, you could face fines and even have your car clamped. We’ve covered car tax and what you could expect to pay in a separate piece. Slipping up and forgetting to renew your car tax can happen. However, the results of not taxing your car can be severe.

How To Check If My Car Is Taxed & When Tax Is Due

Checking if your car is taxed is super easy and could even be done from your sofa! GOV.UK offer an online car tax check. When you’re on the form, you only have to perform some simple tasks:

• Provide your registration number.
• Click yes or no to confirm if the displayed vehicle is correct.
• View your car tax and MOT details.

This service can also be used to check when your car tax is due. If you see a screen that shows missing car tax, you should respond straight away and make your car tax payment.

How Do I Tax My Car?

You can tax your car online by visiting GOV.UK’s online tax form. To tax your car, you’ll need to have a reference number that you can find via:

• A vehicle tax reminder letter.
• Your car log book (V5C).
• New keeper slip if you have just bought the car.

Not having one of these will mean you have to apply for a new logbook. If you have financed your car and don't have access to your car logbook, you'll need to request a new logbook from your car finance company. Once you click start on the application, you will be expected to provide the requested information at each stage of the form. If you aren’t tech-savvy and would prefer a more personal experience, you can pay at a Post Office that deals in car tax. Again, you will need a reference number plus a payment option. In some cases, you will need to show proof of an MOT in the last two years, so be ready to prove this, too. You can contact the DVLA tax service via mobile but can’t make payments over the phone.

Car Tax Reminder Services

The DVLA now provides a vehicle tax reminder service that can be received digitally straight away, without needing to wait for a letter. This can be a fantastic way to stay on top of your vehicle tax. The DVLA’s car tax reminder service is free to use and requires some simple personal details to provide a personalised reminder service.

Conclusion

Missing a car tax payment can happen, but trying to avoid this is key. The reminder service provided by the DVLA is a great tool to use, as is GOV.UK’s car tax checker. If you are unsure of whether your car is taxed, take five minutes to either sign up for reminders or complete the tax check form and get a quick update on your car tax.

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