When will my liability for motor tax arise?

When will my liability for motor tax arise?

Hi sir. I bought second hand car on the 23/06/2017 but I still yet to put on the road, hopefully by next month. When my liability for motor tax will arise

Our answer:

Hi Lisa,

I’d recommend getting it taxed right away, as even if you’re not planning to put it on the road right away, you will be charged for tax unpaid plus a penalty, which will only get worse. The alternative is to register it as off the road for a period of time, but that’s a complicated process and it might just be easier and cheaper to put a tax disc on now.

Shane O'Donoghue

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