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I did a great deal after your advice. I got a diesel CR-V for £1,000 less than their original price for a petrol version. My query is that no one has mentioned the 10 months road tax that will still be on my car when I trade it in. Would it be bad form to take the disc off and cash it in, or am I asking for bother with the dealer, who has doubtless noticed how long the vehicle is taxed for. I don't want to do anything that's unfair or unreasonable but it seems daft to just hand over the potential refund.

Asked on 14 February 2009 by

Answered by Honest John
Entirely up to you. I'd feel like a cheat if I did this, so wouldn't. But do make absolutely sure that keepership is transferred. If you don't get confirmation from the DVLA within 4 weeks you have to phone 0870 240 0010 and make sure keepership is transferred, otherwise you could be liable for back tax and a SORN fine.
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