What should you do if you get a fine?

If you do get a fine from the DVLA, you can either pay it, or in some circumstances, contest it if you think the fine was not appropriate. If you got a fine for not taxing or insuring the car or not telling the DVLA you no longer own the vehicle, then you may be able to contest it. You can appeal if you:

Have evidence that you’ve taxed your car
Have evidence that you’ve insured your car
Have evidence that you’ve already told the DVLA you no longer own the car

Any evidence must be dated before the offense. There are several instances where you will not be able to contest a fine:

You’ve forgotten or were away when you were legally obligated to insure, tax or register your vehicle as off the road
Missed a direct debit due to issues with your bank
Had a change of address and didn’t notify the DVLA
Never received a reminder from the DVLA or lost any paperwork

It is your responsibility to pay the fine unless one of these reasons give you grounds to appeal. Car tax and SORN fines can be paid online, but all other fines must be paid by post or over the phone. Failure to pay the fine by the due date could lead to your car being clamped or crushed, your information will be passed onto the debt collection agency or you’ll be called into court.

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