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ISLAND VEHICLES:

A reduced rate of motor tax is available for island vehicles on the basis that they are not used at any time on the mainland (if they are used on the mainland at any time, then the vehicle must be taxed at the private rate of motor tax).

 The requirements for taxing purposes are: 

1. An Island Vehicle Declaration Form RF1-1.   Island vehicles on Inishmore must be stamped by the Garda Station at Kilronan, otherwise they will be returned to the applicant.  Vehicles on other islands must be stamped by the Garda Station nearest to the island.
2. Tax Renewal Form RF111A (English) or RF100B fully completed with insurance details
3. Appropriate fee
4. The following documentary proof must be submitted with your application:
       - Proof of residency on the island, e.g. current official documentation from   Revenue Commissioners / Financial Institution / Utility Provider
       - Insurance Certificate in your name & island address 

MOBILE MACHINE / WORKSHOP / CONTRIVANCE:

This taxation class includes vehicles that are constructed only for the conveyance of a built-in machine, e.g. crane, well-boring machines, drain-cleaning machines, and are required in the course of a trade or profession. 

The requirements for taxing purposes are:

1. If the vehicle is already registered as a Mobile Machine and there has been a change of ownership, it must be inspected by the Council's Vehicle Inspector to verify its continued use as a mobile machine.  If the vehicle is being converted to a mobile machine, see details here. 
2. Tax Renewal Form RF111A (English) or RF100B fully completed with insurance details
3. Appropriate fee

Note:  once the vehicle is 1 year old or over, it must undergo an annual roadworthiness test.  There is no longer a requirement for an owner to present their current Pass Statement or Certificate of Roadworthiness to the Motor Tax Office as vehicle testing results are now recorded by the Road Safety Authority.  

MOTOR CARAVANS:

The purpose of a motor caravan is temporary living accommodation and the entire rear compartment of the vehicle must be used only for this purpose, and contain specific fixtures and fittings. 

The requirements for taxing purposes are:

1. If the vehicle is being converted to a motor caravan, see details here. 
2. RF100 for first time taxing or Motor Tax Renewal Form RF100A or RF100B fully completed and signed
3. Confirmation of current Insurance details
4. Appropriate Fee 

Note:  once the motor caravan is 4 years old or over, it must undergo roadworthiness testing (motor caravans registered prior to 1st January 1980 are exempt from testing).   There is no longer a requirement for an owner to present their current Pass Statement or Certificate of Roadworthiness to the Motor Tax Office as vehicle testing results are now recorded by the Road Safety Authority.  

RECOVERY VEHICLES:

Recovery vehicles are vehicles which are for use by the motor trade solely for the lifting, towing and transporting of a disabled vehicle, and must have:
• A winch or lifting equipment permanently fitted to the vehicle
• At least 2 flashing beacons in working order
• The words “Recovery Vehicle” must be inscribed on all sides of the vehicle
Vehicles used in the transportation of plant and machinery such as low loaders are not considered to be recovery vehicles.

The requirements for taxing purposes are: 

1. If the vehicle is already registered as a Recovery Vehicle and there has been a change of ownership, it must be inspected by the Council's Vehicle Inspector to verify it still fulfils the above physical requirements.  If the vehicle is being converted to a recovery vehicle, see details here. 
2. RF100 for first time taxing or Tax Renewal Form RF111A (English) or RF100B fully completed and signed
3. Copy of current Insurance policy - this must be Motor Trader Insurance
4. Recovery Vehicle Declaration Form RF111B
5. Appropriate fee

 Note:  once the vehicle is 1 year old or over, it must undergo an annual roadworthiness test.  There is no longer a requirement for an owner to present their current Pass Statement or Certificate of Roadworthiness to the Motor Tax Office as vehicle testing results are now recorded by the Road Safety Authority.  

VINTAGE / VETERAN VEHICLES:

A vehicle is classed as vintage / veteran once it is 30 years old from the year of manufacture. 

The requirements for taxing purposes are:

1. Registration documents clearly showing date of manufacture.  If these are not in the possession of the owner and no record exists in the Motor Tax Office or Department of Transport, the vehicle must be re-registered.
2. Tax Renewal Form RF111A (English) fully completed and insurance details entered
3. Appropriate fee

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