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Historic vehicle tax class

The historic tax class is a car tax category with no tax to pay, for cars built over 40 years ago.

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What Historic vehicle tax class means for you

A car built over 40 years ago can use the historic tax class, which means it pays no car tax (VED). Only cars of that age qualify, so a newer car that looks vintage still needs tax.

Before you buy an older car, check its tax status with GetFreeCarCheck's free check, which covers tax. Tax doesn't transfer to a new keeper, so the car must be taxed in your name before you drive it.

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