Diesel T7 California end date?

[stationmaster]

When does legislation stop VW selling the diesel power train T7 California in the UK? Is it 2030 or 2035?

 

[westfalia]

It was said that after 2035, all new vehicles sold must be zero-emission.
Which is really good, each year just gets better and better

 

[stationmaster]

It was said that after 2035, all new vehicles sold must be zero-emission.
Which is really good, each year just gets better and better

Thanks. I just read that it was all cars by 2030 and then all vans by 2035. I was just a little confused as to what the T7 is classed as? Is it a car? Is it a van?

 

[westfalia]

Thanks. I just read that it was all cars by 2030 and then all vans by 2035. I was just a little confused as to what the T7 is classed as? Is it a car? Is it a van?

It's classed as a van at the moment.

 

[stationmaster]

It's classed as a van at the moment.

Thanks.
Wikipedia seem confused: "The T7 Multivan is solely produced as a passenger car."

 

[westfalia]

Thanks.
Wikipedia seem confused: "The T7 Multivan is solely produced as a passenger car."

Yes, it is a bit confusing seeing it's not a van like a Tranny van.

 

[stationmaster]

Yes, it is a bit confusing seeing it's not a van like a Tranny van.

It is built off the same platform as the golf and other cars - so maybe that makes it a car? Or maybe it makes it a van built on a car platform

My main thought is: will it end in the UK in 2030 (as cars will) - or will it end in the UK in 2035? (as vans will).

Maybe I am easily confused!

 

[WelshGas]

It's classed as a van at the moment.

It is built off the same platform as the golf and other cars - so maybe that makes it a car? Or maybe it makes it a van built on a car platform

My main thought is: will it end in the UK in 2030 (as cars will) - or will it end in the UK in 2035? (as vans will).

Maybe I am easily confused!

In the U.K., the T7 California is classed as a Diesel Car, not a Commercial vehicle.

The Volkswagen T7 California is classified as an M1 vehicle by the DVLA. This classification is for vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers, comprising no more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat .

The T7 California is based on the Volkswagen Multivan (T7), which is a large MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) . As such, it falls under the M1 category, which includes vehicles primarily intended for passenger transport.

It’s important to note that while the T7 California is classified as M1, its body type is typically registered as “Motor Caravan” (M1) or “MPV” (M1), depending on the specific configuration and use. This classification can influence aspects such as road tax rates and speed limits. For instance, vehicles registered as “Motor Caravan” may benefit from lower road tax rates compared to those registered as “MPV” .

 

[stationmaster]

In the U.K., the T7 California is classed as a Diesel Car, not a Commercial vehicle.

The Volkswagen T7 California is classified as an M1 vehicle by the DVLA. This classification is for vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers, comprising no more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat .

The T7 California is based on the Volkswagen Multivan (T7), which is a large MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) . As such, it falls under the M1 category, which includes vehicles primarily intended for passenger transport.

It’s important to note that while the T7 California is classified as M1, its body type is typically registered as “Motor Caravan” (M1) or “MPV” (M1), depending on the specific configuration and use. This classification can influence aspects such as road tax rates and speed limits. For instance, vehicles registered as “Motor Caravan” may benefit from lower road tax rates compared to those registered as “MPV” .

Thanks.

So - as it is a car - sales of the T7 California will cease in 5 years - 2030. Not very long off.

Let's hope VW is true to their word and there is going to be an ID Buzz California coming to market in the UK before 2030

 

[WelshGas]

Thanks.

So - as it is a car - sales of the T7 California will cease in 5 years - 2030. Not very long off.

Let's hope VW is true to their word and there is going to be an ID Buzz California coming to market in the UK before 2030

The Hybrid may continue to 2035.

 

[westfalia]

For instance, vehicles registered as “Motor Caravan” may benefit from lower road tax rates compared to those registered as “MPV” .

Thats the tricky part, it depends how Vw register them.
Mine was registered the same as a mini metro in the beginning but they changed it a year or 2 later.

 

[WelshGas]

Thats the tricky part, it depends how Vw register them.
Mine was registered the same as a mini metro in the beginning but they changed it a year or 2 later.

I don’t think that will be a problem going forward as there is now more clarity regarding registration of a Motor Caravan Body Class and the Tax. The Multivan is M1 as will the T7 California. Body Type has to be Motor Caravan otherwise you would have to pay the over £40,000 luxury tax for 5 yrs + Registration payment .

My Multivan is M1 and Body Type MPV, but because it is a Hybrid was exempt from the Luxury Car Tax.

 

[stationmaster]

I don’t think that will be a problem going forward as there is now more clarity regarding registration of a Motor Caravan Body Class and the Tax. The Multivan is M1 as will the T7 California. Body Type has to be Motor Caravan otherwise you would have to pay the over £40,000 luxury tax for 5 yrs + Registration payment .

My Multivan is M1 and Body Type MPV, but because it is a Hybrid was exempt from the Luxury Car Tax.

Super helpful - thanks.

Do you happen to know if the hybrid California T7 and the diesel California T7 has different treatment in relation to city charging zones?

 

[WelshGas]

Super helpful - thanks.

Do you happen to know if the hybrid California T7 and the diesel California T7 has different treatment in relation to city charging zones?

The Hybrid is definitely exempt. The T7 Diesel is Euro6 and is probably exempt in most Emissions Zones at the moment but may be included in the future.

 

[Woodstock25]

Mine is definitely registered as:

Body Type: Motor Caravan
Taxation Class: Private/Light Goods (PLG)
Vehicle Category: M1

 

[stationmaster]

Mine is definitely registered as:

Body Type: Motor Caravan
Taxation Class: Private/Light Goods (PLG)
Vehicle Category: M1

Thanks. What engine is it? And is it exempt from the luxury car tax?

 

[Woodstock25]

Thanks. What engine is it? And is it exempt from the luxury car tax?

diesel engine and yes, it was exempt from Luxury Car Tax

 

[stationmaster]

diesel engine and yes, it was exempt from Luxury Car Tax

Excellent. That is what i am considering changing my 6.1 Ocean for...
How are you liking yours?
I am thinking that the T7 is a little more versatile (you have the option to remove one or two rear seats and the like). I use mine for all sorts as it is my only vehicle.
Right now i'm loading it up with tools, and dismantled flat pack furniture, tomorrow I may use it to sleep in and the next day a trip to the dump! And when I get tired I can stop, have a snack and make a coffee.
Probably a little crazy given the value of them, but with care it seems to work out ok!

 

[thatsnotmynaim]

I think if it has a fixed manufacturer kitchen then no matter what fuel it’ll be classed as a motorhome / plg and as such will be exempt from luxury car tax, only the old t6.1 beach tour with twin doors and no kitchen was not classed like this and so I think attracted luxury car tax. Also as of 1st April 2025 even EV & PHEV vehicles will now be subject to luxury car tax if they have no manufacturer fitted fixed kitchen.

 

[PK1958]

From the government website

You have to pay an extra £425 a year if you have a car or motorhome with a list price of more than £40,000.

You do not have to pay this if both of the following apply:

• you have a zero emission vehicle
• the vehicle was registered before 1 April 2025

 

[Dodge1311]

My 2025 Ocean is registered as

Body Type: Motor Caravan
Taxation Class: Private/Light Goods (PLG)
Vehicle Category: M1

So exactly the same as my 2020 Ocean and neither attracts the new car tax. The current van is the Petrol variant. I don’t know of any vehicles registered as above that are paying the tax if you are something is wrong as any thing registered as (PLG) under 3,500kg should not attract the premium.

 

[PK1958]

I had to sign a registration document for my T7 Ocean diesel. Contained within it was the statement below. I will be very pleased if this is wrong.


Vehicle Tax
Please note, due to the list price of this vehicle an additional rate of vehicle tax will be payable for a 5 year period.
The 5 year period will start after the end of the first licence, either when the vehicle is relicensed, or declared as not
being used on the road (SORN). For more information, please visit www.gov.uk

 

[Kayleigh]

From the government website

You have to pay an extra £425 a year if you have a car or motorhome with a list price of more than £40,000.

You do not have to pay this if both of the following apply:

• you have a zero emission vehicle
• the vehicle was registered before 1 April 2025

It was only £310 in 2017 and £325 in 2020. If its £410 now, for a new vehicle it will probably be £500 before year 5.

However, the £40k threshold has never been changed.

 

[PK1958]

My vehicle is also registered as :

Body Type: Motor Caravan
Taxation Class: Private/Light Goods (PLG)
Vehicle Category: M1

Hopefully I won't have to pay the luxury tax too.

 

[Kayleigh]

My vehicle is also registered as :

Body Type: Motor Caravan
Taxation Class: Private/Light Goods (PLG)
Vehicle Category: M1

Hopefully I won't have to pay the luxury tax too.

I think you should be exempt.
For comparison, my T6 Beach is classified as:

Body Type: MPV
Taxation Class: Diesel Car
Vehicle Category: M1

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