Check if your HGV qualifies for the temporary £1 vehicle tax rate.
From 1 July 2026, most HGVs will qualify for a temporary reduced vehicle tax rate of £1 for 12 months.
If your vehicle is eligible, the reduced rate will be applied automatically when you tax your vehicle between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027.
Check if your HGV is eligible
The £1 rate applies to HGVs that are in the following tax classes:
- 1 (HGV)
- 2 (Trailer HGV)
- 16 (Small Island)
- 23 (Combined Transport)
- 57 (Special Types)
When the £1 rate applies
The £1 rate applies to eligible vehicles taxed between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027.
If you tax your vehicle before 1 July 2026, you will pay the current (standard) rate and will not be entitled to a refund. You will be able to pay the £1 rate the next time you tax it during the reduced rate period.
HGV levy
If your vehicle is subject to the HGV levy, it will continue to be charged at the current levy rate alongside the £1 rate of VED. This will be applied automatically when you renew your vehicle tax.
Further information:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/temporary-1-vehicle-tax-for-most-heavy-goods-vehicles-hgv