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Find my tax class & DVLA payment

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How to use this tool

  1. Review the vehicle details prefilled from your application.
  2. Supply the relevant dates, fuel and tax evidence, then calculate.
  3. Check the class, rate period and payment before applying the details.

What this tool calculates

Vehicle tax and the first-registration fee are paid to DVLA. Customs duty, import VAT and this site’s form preparation charge are separate. The tool uses the same effective-dated rates as the registration checklist and assistant.

Example scenario

A pre-2001 petrol car

The original registration date selects the engine-size scheme. Enter the engine capacity and UK tax start date to see the class, vehicle tax and combined payment. A previously UK-registered vehicle has a separate registration fee exemption.

Common questions

Will calculating change my application?

No. Review the result, then choose Apply to my application. Changed facts reopen affected form and payment checks.

What if a detail is missing?

The tool asks for the missing information and withholds a confirmed payment. Use the vehicle documents or check the tax basis with DVLA.

Official guidance

Guidance links checked 2026-10-06. This is an independent service, not affiliated with DVLA, DVSA or HMRC.