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Last reviewed: 6 July 2026
V55/5 form · Box 2
Tax Class
What goes in box 2
Box 2 of the DVLA V55/5 form is for tax class.
For example, petrol car or diesel car. Not sure which applies? See DVLA's leaflet Notes about tax classes (V355/1).
What to enter
| Field | Type | Required? |
|---|---|---|
Tax Class For example, petrol car or diesel car. Not sure which applies? See DVLA's leaflet Notes about tax classes (V355/1). | select | Yes |
Source
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