United Kingdom Vehicle Tax (Vehicle Excise Duty)

v11_reminder = the DVLA renewal reminder letter, email, or text (form D796); v5c_log_book = the vehicle log book (V5C), which must be in the applicant's name; new_keeper_slip = the green 'new keeper' slip from a log book, used when the applicant has just bought the vehicle and has no V5C yet in their name; v62_application = an Application for a Registration Certificate (V62), used when neither of the above is available.

The reference number from the document named in referenceDocumentType: 16 digits from a V11 reminder, 11 digits from a V5C log book (the number in its green section), or 12 digits from a new keeper slip. Handle as a sensitive identifier.

The vehicle's number plate, e.g. AB12 CDE.

DVLA may ask for evidence that the vehicle has a valid MOT starting when the tax starts. mot_certificate = a paper or digital MOT certificate; mot_history_screenshot = a screenshot of the vehicle's MOT history; not_required_exempt = the vehicle is MOT-exempt (e.g. some historic vehicles); not_required_new_vehicle = the vehicle is new and not yet due its first MOT. Leave unset if DVLA's online check finds current MOT data automatically (it can take up to 2 days for new MOT results to be updated).

The vehicle must still be taxed (registered with DVLA) even if the rate charged is zero because it is exempt. If true, give the category in exemptionCategory.

Required only when exemptFromVehicleTax is true. disabled_use = vehicle used by a disabled person (one vehicle per person); disability_organisation_transport = vehicle (other than an ambulance) used by an organisation providing transport for disabled people; historic_vehicle = built more than 40 years ago (a rolling date; the live source states the current cutoff); mobility_scooter_powered_wheelchair = maximum 8mph on the road and 4mph on footways; mowing_machine = designed and used only for cutting grass; steam_powered = any steam-powered vehicle; agricultural = tractors, agricultural engines, and limited-use vehicles between areas of land occupied by the same person. From 1 April 2025, electric vehicles are no longer exempt (except heavy goods vehicles over 3,500kg) and are not included in this enumeration.

Applying in person at a Post Office in Northern Ireland requires an original MOT test certificate and a paper copy of an insurance certificate or cover note, in addition to the standard reference document.

Applicable only when isNorthernIrelandKeeper is true and the application is made at a Post Office; a paper copy of an insurance certificate or cover note is required.

direct_debit = DVLA collects payments automatically at the frequency chosen in paymentFrequency; debit_or_credit_card = a single upfront payment. Direct Debit cannot be set up by phone.

twelve_months and six_months are single upfront payments available with either payment method. monthly_direct_debit and six_monthly_direct_debit are only available with Direct Debit and carry a 5% surcharge over the annual rate; annual_direct_debit is a single yearly Direct Debit collection with no surcharge. To change frequency later, the existing Direct Debit must be cancelled and the vehicle taxed again.

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. YYYY-MM-DD. Required only when setting up a Direct Debit (paymentMethod is direct_debit).

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. Required only when setting up a Direct Debit (paymentMethod is direct_debit).

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data.

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. UK postcode, e.g. SW1A 1AA. Required only when setting up a Direct Debit.

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. Required only when paymentMethod is direct_debit.

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. 6 digits, e.g. 123456. Required only when paymentMethod is direct_debit.

Personal identifier; handle as sensitive data. 8 digits. Required only when paymentMethod is direct_debit.