Free Vehicle Tax (VED) Reminder App UK

Set a vehicle tax reminder and receive timely VED & road tax renewal alerts for your number plate. Also track MOT reminders and car expenses in one app.

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PitSync app — VED and road tax renewal alerts for UK drivers

Why You Need a Vehicle Tax Reminder App

Vehicle tax (VED) must be kept current if your car is used or kept on public roads. PitSync sends early reminders, supports plate-based setup, and helps you avoid lapses or penalties. If you SORN a vehicle, record it and switch reminders off until you tax again.

VED vs Road Tax

Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly called road tax, is the UK tax for using or keeping a vehicle on public roads. Rates depend on fuel type, CO2 band, and registration date, and you must renew on schedule to stay compliant. VED is separate from MOT and insurance, but all three must be valid if the car is on the road. If you keep a vehicle off-road you can make a SORN instead of taxing it. PitSync sends VED & road tax renewal reminders and keeps all dates and proofs in one place.

Automatic VED Alerts

Timely reminders for monthly, 6-month, or annual renewals.

True Cost Tracking

See tax, insurance, MOT, fuel, and service in one view.

Compliance First

Stay on top of VED and MOT to keep driving legal.

AI Assistant

Scan letters or receipts. Log by voice. Fewer admin tasks.

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What is Vehicle Tax (VED) in the UK?

Vehicle Excise Duty (often called “road tax” or VED) is the UK tax for using or keeping a vehicle on public roads. The amount depends on factors like fuel type, emissions band, and vehicle age, and it must be renewed on schedule. Tax is separate from MOT and insurance, but all three are required if the car is on the road. If you are not using your vehicle and keep it off-road, you can make a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) instead of taxing it.

See official guidance on vehicle tax.

When do I renew VED?

You can pay VED yearly, every six months, or by monthly Direct Debit. Renewal dates are tied to the vehicle record, and driving without tax can trigger enforcement. PitSync tracks renewal cycles for each vehicle and reminds you in advance so you can renew online or switch to SORN if circumstances change. Add notes like policy numbers or payment references to keep everything in one place.

VED rates and eligibility

Letting VED lapse can lead to fines and enforcement. If you sell or scrap a vehicle, update records promptly to stop being liable for tax. If you store a vehicle off-road, register SORN and only remove SORN when you are ready to tax again. PitSync reduces mistakes by centralising reminders for tax, MOT, and insurance across all your vehicles.

How PitSync helps

Add your number plate and let PitSync set the right reminder cadence. Receive early warnings for monthly, six-month, or annual renewals, then log the payment for a clear running-cost picture. Track fuel, service, tyres, insurance, and more to see monthly and lifetime totals. PitSync works on iOS and Android and supports multiple vehicles for households or small fleets. Finish setup with our car expense tracker and MOT reminders. Also see US registration reminders and Australia rego & roadworthy reminders.

How VED works in practice

VED applies when a vehicle is used or kept on public roads. Rates depend on first registration date, fuel type, and CO2 band. Many newer cars have a different first-year rate vs standard rate. Some vehicles qualify for reduced or £0 rates, but renewal is still required to keep records current.

Renewal timing and payments

You can pay annually, every six months, or by monthly Direct Debit. Renewal dates follow the vehicle record rather than the day you transact, so it is sensible to plan ahead and avoid gaps. When ownership changes, ensure the tax status is updated promptly and keep proof of sale to avoid liability.

SORN and off-road storage

If a vehicle is not used and is kept off public roads, you can make a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) and pause tax. You must not drive or park the vehicle on the road while SORN is active. When you return the vehicle to the road, tax it first and keep insurance and MOT aligned.

Common mistakes to avoid

Why track VED inside PitSync

PitSync keeps VED with your MOT and insurance dates, so renewal decisions are taken in context. Record payments, attach receipts, and see the tax cost alongside fuel, servicing, tyres, and other running costs. That history helps when budgeting or selling a vehicle.

Set up in the app

  1. Add your vehicle by number plate and confirm country.
  2. Enable VED reminders and select your preferred payment cadence.
  3. Log each renewal so totals stay accurate.
  4. Switch to SORN in the app if the vehicle goes off-road, then re-enable tax reminders when you return it to use.

FAQs

Do I need tax if my MOT or insurance has expired? If a car is on the road, all three — VED, MOT, and insurance — should be valid. If it is off-road and SORNed, keep it off public roads until taxed again.

Will renewing early change my renewal day? Renewal is tied to the vehicle record rather than the exact payment moment. Plan renewals to avoid gaps and keep documentation.

What if I change address or private plate? Update your records so reminders and vehicle lookups remain accurate. Recheck VED, MOT, and insurance dates after any admin change.

Ready to organise everything? Track costs in the car expense tracker, keep MOT reminders aligned, and manage policies in the insurance tracker.