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[Split_Pin]

The DVLA is the gift to me that keeps on giving.

They didn't change over the tax part of the ownership change of the 75 so I couldn't tax it any way I tried because computer said no. It was still showing as taxed to November but that was technically attached to the previous owner.

I couldn't speak about it because the DVLA also haven't let anybody talk to them for about 10 weeks now. 

So they finally changed it today, I taxed it immediately but apparently 'they will be in touch with me about the gap in tax...as it's an offence'. I pity the poor sod that has to phone me that day as they will get their arse handed to them on a plate. 

I'm so ready to give the DVLA a square go it's beyond fucking words.

[bramz7]

They never chase up gaps in tax, ever. They always use foreboding language as you put, but they never ever follow through. 

 

(I can't be held responsible if they do...)

 

[Split_Pin]

Foreboding language sums it up perfectly, hopefully as you say they'll not chase it up, for the sake of my blood pressure!

[hairnet]

12 minutes ago, Split_Pin said:

 I pity the poor sod that has to phone me that day as they will get their arse handed to them on a plate. 

I'm so ready to give the DVLA a square go it's beyond fucking words.

all barrels

fuck them = wasnt your fault they werent operating

[95 quid Peugeot]

Ive done raging to myself today on car tax, it appears i cant tax by monthly d/d, no doubt as ive swopped cars around over last 13 months a bit, any suggestions apart from arsing around to open another bank account

[barefoot]

open another bank account/refresh the page/switch pc off & back on again?

[bramz7]

I had that happen once, so changed bank details. I think another way to get around it is a different address or email but helpfully I was between houses. I think it happened to me because I cancelled one or two DDs before the change of keeper slip appeared, they HATE that.

[95 quid Peugeot]

I think thats what i did to make sure dd wasnt paid once sold

[SRi05]

10 minutes ago, 95 quid Peugeot said:

Ive done raging to myself today on car tax, it appears i cant tax by monthly d/d, no doubt as ive swopped cars around over last 13 months a bit, any suggestions apart from arsing around to open another bank account

Same thing happened to me last week, had to use our joint bank account rather than my own, presumably for the same reason as you. Was a bit of a sweat when it suggested paying £500 in one go ?

[95 quid Peugeot]

I used Mrs 95 account went through without issue

[Tadhg Tiogar]

24 hours is a long time in CX oil coolers. Last night there were none; today I'm being sent three!

[mitsisigma01]

I was just about to go and see a man about a cooler, no need now then ?

[Tadhg Tiogar]

20 minutes ago, mitsisigma01 said:

I was just about to go and see a man about a cooler, no need now then ?

No, please go ahead and see him. I still think I should have have a few of these things in reserve, 'cos you never know when it's going to fail again. 

[mitsisigma01]

I will, on my way tomorrow to join the queue for the rubbish tip, hopefully it'll be pissing down, less people tip in the rain 

[Andyrew]

No, just no.

 

 

[cort1977]

MOT pass for the ex- @Bobthebeard MX5 today.   My joy was short lived though because I cant tax online as the system is not recognising my 11 digit number and i cant tax at the post office as I sent the logbook off to DVLA just before the current unpleasantness.  

Does ANPR cover Aberdeenshire? We may be about to find out... 

[andy18s]

3 hours ago, Tadhg Tiogar said:

No, please go ahead and see him. I still think I should have have a few of these things in reserve, 'cos you never know when it's going to fail again. 

Or maybe get some refurbished and sell on?

[BorniteIdentity]

4 hours ago, 95 quid Peugeot said:

I think thats what i did to make sure dd wasnt paid once sold

They’re very good at refunding. I think they’ve even stopped sending cheques now! Unless you’re desperate for the £23 it’s best to let them take it and return it. 

[Tadhg Tiogar]

22 minutes ago, andy18s said:

Or maybe get some refurbished and sell on?

That is an idea....

[Split_Pin]

I'm staring at the Corsa at the front garden.

Every time I go to pick up the phone to the garage, something else comes up, usually the Mini.

I'm starting to think that I'm never really going to get the chance to get it welded and back on the road like it deserves. Only the rusty strut tops are stopping it being driven. I have 2 mint complete tops to go on as well although I think the originals can be repaired.

It's a willing wee bugger too, started right up after 5 months and ran fine. 

I've had a fair bit of interest in it over the years but mainly from folk that would do a red top conversion and then break it when they get bored after 3 months.

I'd happily see it go to someone who would improve it sensibly, ie weld it and then just drive and enjoy but those types are rare.

I guess I'll just fire it back in the garage once my shelves are built, but it deserves better.

[Popsicle]

1 hour ago, BorniteIdentity said:

They’re very good at refunding. I think they’ve even stopped sending cheques now! Unless you’re desperate for the £23 it’s best to let them take it and return it. 

There still stuck in the past sending bloody cheques, received one last week for £52.50.

[Tadhg Tiogar]

3 hours ago, Andyrew said:

No, just no.

 

I'm quite sure I've seen a couple of these chocolate block terminal connectors in the CX's engine bay....

[95 quid Peugeot]

23 minutes ago, Popsicle said:

There still stuck in the past sending bloody cheques, received one last week for £52.50.

I got a cheque back for the motorhome i had on the road for 2 weeks, after having to tax it for a six month period,  

Just opening a online account just for taxing purposes 

[Popsicle]

1 hour ago, 95 quid Peugeot said:

I got a cheque back for the motorhome i had on the road for 2 weeks, after having to tax it for a six month period,  

Just opening a online account just for taxing purposes 

If I'd got to look after all those cars in your signature I'd get some admin staff in! 5 gives me a headache, I would have to take my shoes and socks off to add up all your motors!

Just noticed some have left the fold.....

Edited June 10, 2020 by Popsicle
Stupidity

[RobT]

5 hours ago, BorniteIdentity said:

They’re very good at refunding. I think they’ve even stopped sending cheques now! Unless you’re desperate for the £23 it’s best to let them take it and return it. 

This.  When the DD system first started I used to cancel them, but don't bother anymore so I don't get a marker against me.  Thing with that is you get loads of dormant ones in your list of direct debits, or I have anyway.  Can make for interesting reading i.e. reminds you how many cars you've had/sold.

[N19]

I got a V5 back a couple of weeks ago following the Capri tax class change. Only had it for a week before it was back off to them for an address change, see how long that takes. That'll be 4 V5s the car has had in the one year. 

Anyway, once they dealt with the V5 the cheque arrived a day or two later, so not too bad especially in the current circumstances. 

[Ghosty]

205 collection set for Saturday. 

[plasticvandan]

My new beige Rover was chucked in for mot this morning and passed just two advisories for tyres,which I knew about.The emissions were apparently better than most new cars they get in.Gor a quote for doing the cambelt and pump,might have to wait a bit till I can save up for it mind

[Tickman]

Great result with the rover

[plasticvandan]

Little bit of rust near a front suspension mount,but I think it's mostly cosmetic,should last a fair while before needing a patch.