The Royal Signals’ famous White Helmets Motorcycle Display Team joined forces with sports presenter Suzi Perry this week to show their support for the new Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) campaign targeting motorbike tax evaders. The DVLA is launching its ‘No Way Out’ campaign which aims to remind bikers not to take their bikes on the road if they have a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) in force. All motorbikes need a valid tax disc to be used or kept on the public road.
The DVLA has now doubled its wheel-clamping operation, so it is now even more likely you will be caught if your bike is untaxed. If bikers do not want their bikes to be clamped, towed or even crushed, they must have a valid tax disc if their bike is kept or used on the road. This campaign will bring benefits to all road users as a taxed vehicle is more likely to be insured and roadworthy, making the roads safer for all.
Suzi Perry said: “During the summer months it’s all too easy to jump on your bike for a quick spin. But it’s very important that all bikers ensure that their bikes are road worthy and taxed, even if they don’t use them regularly. That’s why I’m supporting the No Way Out campaign to promote rider responsibility.”
If motorcyclists do not intend to use/keep their motorbike on a public road they must tell DVLA by making a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN). SORN lasts for 12 months. This will prevent motorcyclists from incurring penalties if their tax disc runs out. The fine for making a false SORN declaration is £5,000.
For more information visit on taxing your motorbike go to
www.direct.gov.uk/motoring
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