Free vehicle tax

Free vehicle tax

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You can apply for free vehicle tax for your car or van if:

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  • you have an illness or disability, or
  • you only use your car or van for someone with an illness or disability.
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In England, the person with the illness or disability must get 1 of these benefits:

  • higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) 
  • enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) 
  • Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)  
  • War Pensioners Mobility Supplement (WPMS).
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You or the person with the disability or illness must be the registered keeper of the car or van.  

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The registered keeper is the person who uses the car the most.  

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The name of the registered keeper is on a form called a V5C.  Every car or van has a V5C.

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If you are in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, the rules and benefits may be different. 

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For more information about free vehicle tax and how to apply for it, go to https://www.gov.uk/financial-help-disabled/vehicles-and-transport 

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If you need help with this information, contact the Learning Disability Helpline: