VAT Rules For Double-Cab Pick-ups Unchanged


Despite 2024 HMRC tax updates surrounding capital allowances and benefit-in-kind (BIK) charges, VAT treatment of double cab pick-ups remains the same. Businesses that are VAT registered can still reclaim VAT on qualifying models such as the Toyota Hilux and Maxus T60.

What hasn’t changed?

For VAT purposes, the rules remain clear:

  • Double cab pick-ups with a payload of more than one tonne qualify as commercial vehicles.
  • If your business is VAT registered, you can continue to reclaim VAT on these vehicles.
  • This includes popular models available at Shelbourne Motors such as the Toyota Hilux and Maxus T60.

What has changed?

The government’s Autumn Budget 2024 introduced updates affecting how double cab pick-ups are treated in relation to:

  • Capital Allowances – how vehicles can be written down against business profits.
  • Benefits in Kind (BIK) – charges applied when a vehicle is provided for private use.
  • Business Profit Deductions – adjustments to how certain costs are offset.

These changes do not affect VAT.


Stay informed

You can read the official HMRC guidance on the Autumn Budget 2024 here: HMRC – Autumn Budget 2024.


Talk to Shelbourne Motors

At Shelbourne Motors, we’re here to support your business in choosing the right double cab pick-up, with the reassurance that VAT reclaim rules remain unchanged.

Contact our team today to explore the Toyota Hilux or Maxus T60 for your business fleet and discover the latest offers available.