VRT on an imported LR Defender?

Hi,

A friend is looking at importing a UK passenger Defender 2007/08; is there any way to get VRT cost before arrival?

Thanks

Dermot

Dermot Wilson (Blessington)

Oct 2018 Filed under: VRT

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Expert answer

Hi Dermot,

It’s a tricky one to estimate, as the Defender doesn’t appear on Revenue’s ready-reckoner, and there aren’t many on the ground here in Ireland to get a solid idea of the current values. I’d take a guess that a 2007 or 2008 Defender will be worth at least €20,000 in the Irish market (values have been steadily rising since the Defender went out of production) and 36 per cent of that (the Defender’s CO₂ emissions are above the 225g/km limit) will be at least €7,200. That’s just a guesstimate though, and the final figure will depend hugely on the condition, history and spec of the specific vehicle.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
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