New DVLA changes launching in the coming months will see new rules introduced for drivers looking to tax their vehicles.
According to the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), new tax systems will be rolled out in September.
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has reportedly delayed the rollout of its BERT system, which would enable the bulk taxation of vehicles.
BERT (Bulk Electronic Relicensing Transaction) systems allow drivers and businesses to tax their vehicles due for renewal in one transaction every month.
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Drivers will soon be able to bulk tax vehicles through DVLA services
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The BVRLA stated that the original date for the rollout of the scheme was June, but was delayed due to "some last-minute changes and complications".
Guidance from the DVLA in 2020 states that its fleet division allows businesses to use its Post Office Licensing feature to tax all vehicles due for renewal.
This can be done via an emailed spreadsheet or at their local Post Office branch, with payments for the tax taken from a pre-funded Post Office account.
When renewing in a branch, they will be required to confirm their fleet number, fleet size and the month of taxation.
The BVRLA also reported that the ability to bulk tax vehicles under 3.5 tonnes that are over three years old will be implemented soon.
This could be introduced in the first half of next year, the DVLA reported.
The DVLA and Post Office recently signed a new agreement to benefit drivers following a "period of renewing the role of front office counter services".
A new contract was agreed and put into action on April 1, 2024. The initial contract would last for one year, with an option for two extensions of a year each.
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In a letter previously seen by GB News, the Post Office confirmed the new agreement in letters sent to Postmasters across the UK.
It outlined that Post Office branches would continue to offer services including vehicle tax, driving licence renewal and provisional licence applications.
Tax and licence products will continue to be sold until at least March 31, 2026, as part of the extension between Post Office Ltd and the DVLA.
Individuals renewing their driving licence are able to do so at certain Post Office branches for a cost of £21.50, including DVLA fees.
The DVLA and Post Office recently extended their counter services agreement
POST OFFICEThe branch will take a photo of the driver, as well as capture their signature and submit a change of address if necessary.
The Post Office will charge £17 for the renewal, while the £4.50 charge covers the photo, an application check and a secure delivery to the DVLA.
The application is sent electronically, and motorists should receive their new licence within three weeks. The Post Office will also send the old licence back to the DVLA.
Drivers are warned that some branches require appointments, while others only accept walk-ins. Availability can be found on the Post Office website.
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