Can you SORN early?
The answer is you can and in a similar way to an advance re-licencing . It is explained in Leaflet V100 2/06 available from Post Offices.



When did the Historic Vehicle VED exemption end?
The answer is vehicles constructed before 1st January 1973 that are not used for hire or reward or in connection with a trade or business are exempt from paying Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). It is explained on page 25 of Leaflet V100 in the extract below.

So on that basis virtually all Factory MGBGTV8s miss the concession. My V8, Harvest Gold 1089, was built in December 1973 missed it by just over 11 months. Do note the date is when the vehicle was constructed and not first registered as is often believed. Victor Smith

The information set out on this webpage was obtained on 11th May 2007 so do check for any updates and particularly any revisions of Leaflet V100 if you refer to this webpage at a later date.

It is this paragraph that explains the special arrangements for making a SORN two calendar
months in advance.


Good quality copy - extracts from Leaflet V100