25 July 2026
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Around 1% of Vehicles Untaxed

Only a small proportion of vehicles on Manx roads are believed to be untaxed, the Infrastructure Minister has confirmed.

DoI Minister Tim Crookall MHK has told Tynwald in response to a written question from Rushen MHK and Speaker Juan Watterson.

Minister Crookall said current enforcement data suggests that around 1-2% of vehicles being driven on the island are not taxed.

However, he confirmed that the Department is unable to calculate the exact revenue loss due to operational limitations.

Using an estimated 1% non‑compliance rate, based on recorded vehicle numbers and an average annual duty of £165 for a standard Class B vehicle, the Department calculates a potential annual loss of £110,220.

The Minister said work continues to improve enforcement and data accuracy.

Charlie Morrey is a Broadcast & Multi Media Journalist for Manx.News and also is a Presenter on Energy FM. Charlie has previously written for Isle of Man Newspapers, magazines and also started her broadcasting career with Manx Radio.

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