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Are we liable for tax arrears?
Hi, we are buying a second hand car and the tax hasn't been paid for a year on it my question is will we have to pay the arrears or does that fall on the previous owner? Many thanks
Our answer:
Hi Debbie,
You are only liable for tax on the car from the date you took ownership.
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