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Car Tax (VED) Calculator
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How it works
We apply the right rate set based on registration date (pre-2001 by engine size; 2001–2017 by CO₂; post-2017 by year and list price), then add the expensive car supplement if applicable.
Worked example
2023 petrol Audi A4 listed at £42,000 → £190 standard rate + £410 supplement = £600/year for years 2-6 of registration.
Who should use this
- •Buyers checking annual tax of a used car
- •Owners renewing tax
- •EV buyers checking the post-2025 changes
Common mistakes
- ×Forgetting £40k+ cars pay £410 extra for years 2–6
- ×Assuming EVs are still tax-free (changed April 2025)
- ×Confusing first-year rate with standard rate
Frequently asked questions
Do EVs pay car tax now?▾
Yes from April 2025. New EVs pay £10 first year then £190/year. £40k+ EVs also pay the £410 supplement.
How do I tax a car?▾
Online at gov.uk/vehicle-tax with the V5C reference. You can pay annually, 6-monthly or monthly direct debit (5% surcharge).
What's SORN?▾
Statutory Off Road Notification — declare a car off-road to avoid tax/insurance. Must be kept off public roads.