Is pre-2008 tax for petrol and diesel different?

Hi.

Is there a difference in motor tax between petrol and diesel pre-2008 cars?

Dean Kinsella (Westport)

Sep 2020 Filed under: taxation

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Expert answer

Hi Dean,

Not specifically. Pre-2008 motor tax is calculated on engine capacity, so there’s no direct distinction between petrol or diesel engines. 

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe