Your car tax due date is specific to your vehicle. You can find the exact expiry date using the DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool, your V11 renewal letter, DVLA email or text reminders, or your V5C logbook. Missing a renewal can lead to fines or your car being clamped.
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👉 When Is My Car Tax Due?Summary: Your car tax due date is unique to your vehicle and can be checked using the DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool, your V11 reminder, or your V5C logbook.
Your car tax due date is specific to your vehicle. You can find the exact due date using the DVLA’s online “Check Vehicle Tax” service, the renewal reminder letter (V11), email or text reminders, or the date shown on your V5C logbook.
Summary: The DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool shows your tax status and exact expiry date using only your registration number.
Use the DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool on GOV.UK to find out if your car is taxed and when your tax is due.
• Enter your registration number
• Confirm the vehicle
• View your tax status, expiry date and MOT details
The service is free and gives the official renewal date for your vehicle.
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Source |
What It Shows |
Cost |
|
DVLA Check Vehicle Tax Tool |
Tax status & expiry date |
Free |
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V11 Renewal Letter |
Renewal date & options |
Free |
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DVLA Email/Text Reminders |
Alerts before due date |
Free |
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V5C Logbook |
Registration cycle info |
Included with vehicle |
Summary: You can tax your car online via the DVLA or at a participating Post Office using a V11 reminder, V5C logbook, or new keeper slip.
You can renew your vehicle tax online using the DVLA service on GOV.UK. You’ll need one of the following:
• V11 vehicle tax reminder letter
• V5C logbook
• New keeper slip
You can also tax your car at a Post Office that handles vehicle tax. Some vehicles may require a valid MOT certificate before payment, though.
Summary: The DVLA sends car tax renewal reminders by post, email, or text to help you keep track of your renewal date.
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.
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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No. Your due date depends on your individual vehicle and registration cycle.
Yes. You’ll get a V11 letter and can also sign up for email or text reminders.
Use the DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool on GOV.UK.
No. Car tax renewal dates are vehicle-specific and depend on your individual registration cycle, so each car has its own tax expiry date.
You can find your exact car tax renewal date by using the DVLA “Check Vehicle Tax” tool on GOV.UK, which shows your tax status and expiry date using your registration number.
Yes. The DVLA sends digital reminders by email or text if you sign up for its reminder service, helping you avoid missing your renewal date.
Yes. The DVLA usually sends a V11 renewal letter by post about three weeks before your car tax is due.