Applying for a Tax disc online?

Post by **JimK** » Tue May 22, 2007 2:35 pm

I've just tried and the Vehicle Licencing website told me that they couldn't find my insurance details in the industry database.

Before I ring Footman James to ask them about it: has anybody done this successfully (for their Minor)? I'd be interested to hear from FJ customers who have.

Post by **Rob_Jennings** » Tue May 22, 2007 3:58 pm

applied for tax disc for both the minor and the mini with FJ as the insurance and both time worked a treat

Post by **JimK** » Tue May 22, 2007 4:01 pm

Rob_Jennings wrote:applied for tax disc for both the minor and the mini with FJ as the insurance and both time worked a treat

So just me then. Great.

Better check the insurance is still valid

Post by **Axolotl** » Tue May 22, 2007 4:08 pm

It worked for me for the Morris, but not for my Rover.

The Morris insurance expires six weeks after the tax is due, whereas the Rover insurance expires the day before, so they never get the updated details through in time.

I've taxed the Rover for six months this year to get round that problem (I hope).

My Morris insurance is with RAC Classic (Toweragte Hall & Clarke), not FJ though.

Post by **JimK** » Tue May 22, 2007 4:20 pm

Axolotl wrote:The Morris insurance expires six weeks after the tax is due, whereas the Rover insurance expires the day before, so they never get the updated details through in time.

Hmmm. The tax runs out at the end of this month, and the MoT and insurance around the middle of June. Maybe that's too close for the dreadful Crapita IT system?

Post by **Axolotl** » Tue May 22, 2007 4:50 pm

Well, if you tax your car at a Post Office, the insurance only has to be valid on the day the tax disc starts, so if your insurance doesn't run out until after you renew the tax disc, it ought to be valid, and o.k. to do on-line.

Maybe there is something wrong in the State of Denmark (sorry, I mean with your insurance record at Footman James / DVLA).

Must take another tablet.

Post by **grahamt7** » Tue May 22, 2007 5:03 pm

Both Morris & Rover taxed onver the phone at the first attempt, both insured with FJ (at the time). Some insurers are quicker than others at getting data to the MID (Motor Insurance Database), and the rules for insurers have been changed recently to state that they must get these details to the MID system within seven days of policy acceptance or renewal. In my job I'm currently involved in testing changes to just such a system for a well-known insurance company.
Interestingly, this will mean that policies may be lapsed more quickly if you dont renew on time - in future there will be very little unofficial 'grace' period, where you can call up a few days later and renew...

Post by **Jay-Minor** » Tue May 22, 2007 5:21 pm

i did mine 2 weeks ago over the phone (no probs) i'm also with footman james

Post by **Axolotl** » Tue May 22, 2007 5:30 pm

Is there any way of checking on the Motor Insurance Database to see if your insurance details are up to date and correct?

Post by **8009STEVE** » Tue May 22, 2007 5:37 pm

Taxed our moggie on internet last wek. Tax arrived today, no problems. With A.O.N.

Post by **motherofgod** » Tue May 22, 2007 6:11 pm

I had no joy with my work van which is an 06!!

so went to the post office, with current cover note- no problems

as said before may be they don't update straight away!

James

Post by **rayofleamington** » Tue May 22, 2007 6:25 pm

I taxed a Land Rover online that had a classic policy via FJ - no problems for me.
Hopefully FJ can shed some light on it.

Post by **Onne** » Tue May 22, 2007 10:28 pm

I find it much more fun to go to the post office...

the "that will be.. nothing.." I love it!

Post by **rayofleamington** » Tue May 22, 2007 10:59 pm

Ah yes, but if you go to the post office, you don't get the free envelope and free postage ;-)