It's a nightmare no real progress yet. I might just have to suck it up and pay the increased rate. It was very well priced, close by and I desperately need a car after my turbo went pop. So yeah failed to make checks. Private sell so I can't take it back, I really like it though, very smooth...it's my first auto. Previous owner was no help on millage discrepancy. He said he was also paying £25 a month for road tax.
Bristol Audi were no help at all. I asked them if they could look up CO2 info on there data base if I gave them my vin, but they said CO2 data is not held in there. The only way they can see CO2 info is by using a configurator but my car is fair too old for that. I sent an email to Audi UK waiting a response, might have to fire another one. Here is the response I got from DVSA and DVLA , without help from Audi I'm well and truly snooked.
DVSA
Dear Sir,
Thank you for your email enquiry dated 6 October 2017, concerning incorrect details on MOT History.
Firstly, thank you for pointing out the error stated on our website. You’ll be please to know that this has now been updated on our records.
The change won’t take effect immediately, but will update in time ready for your next MOT.
In relation to the vehicles tax you will need to address your enquiry to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
Please follow link for email details:
www.direct.gov.uk/emaildvla
Telephone: 0300 790 6801 for drivers queries.
0300 790 6802 for vehicle queries.
DVLA
Dear Mr.
Thank you for your enquiry received on 6/10/2017.
Your case reference number is 00315726.
Upon checking the record I can confirm DVLA hold the correct fuel type for the vehicle.
It may help if I explain that CO2 emission figures are provided by the manufacturer, at the time of first registration of a vehicle.
If you feel that a mistake has been made, and the CO2 emission figure on the V5C Registration Certificate is incorrect, then you should obtain evidence of this.
The evidence would take the form of a letter (on headed notepaper) from the manufacturer, including the following information:
- the registration number and chassis number of the vehicle
- a statement that they had previously provided DVLA with incorrect CO2 emission figures for this vehicle
- a clear statement of the correct CO2 emission figure for the vehicle
The evidence, a (signed) letter of explanation, and the V5C (with the error highlighted) should be sent to:
Vehicle Customer Services
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1BA
Once your application is received, the matter will be considered and you will be contacted within 4 weeks.