Vehicle Tax (Road Tax)
Vehicle tax is a recurring tax for owning or using a car on public roads, usually based on emissions, engine size, weight or value.
What is Vehicle Tax (Road Tax)?
Rules, rates and who collects the tax differ from country to country. Electric and low-emission cars often pay less or are exempt for a period. Unpaid vehicle tax can lead to fines or problems with registration. In Turkey the yearly tax is the MTV (motorlu taşıtlar vergisi), paid in two instalments.
How it works
The tax authority calculates the amount from the car’s registered data and charges it yearly or in instalments.
Why it matters for your car
Tax rules change often; check the current rates before you buy. In some countries the tax is not transferred with the car and must be arranged by the new owner.
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