Mileage

Business mileage in a car or van, is payable at 45p per mile for up to 10,000 miles (thereafter at 25p per mile).  The 10,000 mile limit is applicable per employment; per tax year.

For mileage purposes, vehicles are split like so:

• Cars and vans
• Motor cycles
• Cycles

Business mileage for the same ‘kind’ of vehicle is merged as if it related to a single vehicle. So in answer to your question, your mileage is effectively cumulative because the ‘kind’ of vehicle has not changed- both vehicles were cars.

If you would like to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact your local TaxAssist Accountant.

Date published 5 Dec 2012

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