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Tax disc changes: Are you ready?
From October 1st 2014, the traditional paper system of issuing tax discs is being abolished and replaced with a new electronic system.
To tax your vehicle after this date, you will need to apply online here https://www.gov.uk/tax-disc
The changes tax place from 1st October, however, you won’t need to do anything until your tax is due.
From 1st October you won’t need to display your paper tax disc in your car window (what will we do with all those tax disc holders?)
Paying for your tax
You can do this at the Post Office or from 1st October online or by telephone. From 1st November you will be able to pay by Direct Debit (expect a surcharge). This can be done 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The online payment system can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/tax-disc
You will either need the 16 digit number from your renewal letter or the 11 digit reference number from your log book to purchase a tax disc.
The telephone number is: 0300 123 4321
Charged at local rate and an automated system, which apparently will only take a couple of minutes (last famous words). Make sure you have a pen and paper handy to write down the reference number to confirm that you’ve paid for your tax.
IMPORTANT: Buying a new car
From 1 October, when you buy a vehicle, the vehicle tax will no longer be transferred with the vehicle.
You will need to get new vehicle tax before you can use the vehicle.
You can tax the vehicle using the New Keeper Supplement (V5C/2) part of the vehicle registration certificate (V5C) online or by using our automated phone service – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 0300 123 4321.
Feel free to ask questions or comment below. Do you think it’s a good idea?
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2 COMMENTS
Steve
November 19, 2023, 1:40 pm REPLYThanks for sharing this vital update on the changes to the tax disc system. It’s a significant shift from the traditional paper system to a more modern electronic approach. The convenience of being able to apply online and the flexibility of payment options, including Direct Debit, are positive steps forward.
The removal of the requirement to display the paper tax disc in car windows is a notable change, and it does make one wonder about the fate of all those tax disc holders!
The information about purchasing a tax disc for a new vehicle is particularly helpful. It’s good to know the steps to take when buying a new car and ensuring that the vehicle tax is in order before use.
I appreciate the provided links for online payments and the telephone number for assistance. It’s great that the system is designed to be accessible 24/7. Thanks again for keeping us in the loop about these important changes in the tax disc process. <a href="https://www.youremployerofrecord.com/p/united-kingdom.html">https://www.youremployerofrecord.com/p/united-kingdom.html</a>
Steve
November 19, 2023, 1:41 pm REPLYThanks for sharing this vital update on the changes to the tax disc system. It’s a significant shift from the traditional paper system to a more modern electronic approach. The convenience of being able to apply online and the flexibility of payment options, including Direct Debit, are positive steps forward.
The removal of the requirement to display the paper tax disc in car windows is a notable change, and it does make one wonder about the fate of all those tax disc holders!
The information about purchasing a tax disc for a new vehicle is particularly helpful. It’s good to know the steps to take when buying a new car and ensuring that the vehicle tax is in order before use.
I appreciate the provided links for online payments and the telephone number for assistance. It’s great that the system is designed to be accessible 24/7. Thanks again for keeping us in the loop about these important changes in the tax disc process. https://www.youremployerofrecord.com/p/united-kingdom.html