Motorhome Road Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual VED based on your motorhome's weight, engine size and registration date.

Revenue Weight (kg)

Gross vehicle weight from your V5C logbook

Engine Size (cc)

1549cc threshold affects lighter motorhome rates

Registration Period

When was your motorhome first registered?

Annual Road Tax

Payment Options

12 months upfront

12 monthly DD

6 months upfront

6 months DD

Note: If registered between 1 April 2017 and 11 March 2020 in the M1SP category with CO2 emissions on the type approval certificate, a different CO2-based rate may apply. Check with your dealer or DVLA.

Disclaimer: Estimates based on GOV.UK VED rates for the current tax year. Subject to change — always verify at gov.uk/vehicle-tax-rate-tables. This is editorial guidance, not personal financial advice. MultiQuoteTime is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Seopa Ltd, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 313860).

Rates sourced from GOV.UK Vehicle Tax Rate Tables — Motorhomes

Under 3,500kg (PLGV)

Taxed as Private Light Goods (TC11). Rate depends on engine size — above or below 1549cc — and registration date.

Over 3,500kg (PHGV)

Taxed as Private Heavy Goods (TC10). Flat rate of £171/year regardless of engine size or registration date.

Historic Vehicles

Motorhomes manufactured over 40 years ago may be exempt from VED. You must apply to the DVLA for exemption.

£40,000+ List Price

PLGV motorhomes with a new list price over £40,000 may attract an additional £425/year for 5 years from the second year.

How to Pay Road Tax on a Motorhome

Once you know your motorhome’s tax band — use the calculator above to find out — paying your Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) is straightforward. Here’s what you need to know.

Get your documents ready

You’ll need either your V11 reminder letter from the DVLA or the 11-digit reference number from your V5C logbook. Make sure your motorhome insurance and MOT (if required) are both current before you start.

Choose how to pay

You can pay online at gov.uk, by phone, or in person at a Post Office. Online is quickest — your tax is usually active within the hour. The Post Office requires the physical V5C or V11 document.

Pick your payment period

Choose 12 months upfront, 6 months upfront, or spread the cost with monthly Direct Debit. Monthly DD costs slightly more overall but can help with cash flow — particularly useful for full-timers and frequent tourers.

Ways to pay motorhome road tax

Online at gov.uk/vehicle-tax — available 24/7, fastest option, card payment accepted
Post Office — any branch displaying the DVLA logo, requires V11 or V5C in person
Phone — call 0300 123 4321, available 7 days a week
Direct Debit — set up online or by phone for monthly or 6-monthly payments

Motorhome weight matters. The rate you pay depends on whether your motorhome is under or over 3,500kg revenue weight (from your V5C). Getting this wrong means you could be paying the wrong rate. Use the calculator above to confirm your band before paying.

Pay your motorhome road tax at GOV.UK

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This is editorial guidance, not personal financial advice. VED rates and payment methods are set by DVLA and subject to change — always verify current rates at gov.uk. MultiQuoteTime is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Seopa Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 313860).