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Ford Transit Custom road tax (2026/27)

How much is Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) on a Ford Transit Custom? 100% of the 4 in stock pay the flat £200/yr standard rate.

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How much is road tax on a Ford Transit Custom?

Most used Ford Transit Custom in stock pay the flat standard rate of £200 a year — 100% were first registered on or after 1 April 2017, when road tax became a single annual rate regardless of CO₂. Figures are for the 2026/27 UK tax year.

Standard rate
£200/yr
Most common
£200/yr (100%)
From April 2017
100% of stock
Median CO₂
169 g/km

There are 3 used Ford Transit Custom models currently available, ranging from 2017 to 2022 models. Understanding the Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as road tax, for a used Ford Transit Custom is essential for any UK buyer. The amount of VED you'll pay depends primarily on the car's first-registration date, its CO2 emissions, and its fuel type. For cars registered before April 2017, VED is calculated based purely on their CO2 emissions, with different bands incurring varying annual charges. Vehicles registered from April 2017 onwards follow a different system: a first-year rate determined by CO2 emissions, followed by a standard flat rate for subsequent years. An additional surcharge applies for cars with a list price exceeding £40,000 when new, for a period of five years. This system also means that fully-electric cars, which were previously exempt from VED, are currently undergoing changes to their taxation status. Because the VED amount can vary significantly based on the specific vehicle's first registration date, fuel type, and CO2 output, it's crucial to check the exact details for any individual Ford Transit Custom you are considering. This information is typically available on the car's listing or can be found using its registration number.

Standard rate (year 2+)
£200/yr

Cars registered from 1 Apr 2017 (2026/27)

Most common in stock
£200/yr

100% of Ford Transit Custom

Expensive-car supplement
440/yr

If over £40k new · years 2–6

How Ford Transit Custom road tax is worked out

First-year rate by CO₂ (cars registered from 1 April 2026)
CO₂Petrol / EV / RDE2 dieselNon-RDE2 diesel
0 g/km£10£10
1–50 g/km£115£135
51–75 g/km£135£280
76–90 g/km£280£365
91–100 g/km£365£405
101–110 g/km£405£455
111–130 g/km£455£560
131–150 g/km£560£1,410
151–170 g/km£1,410£2,270
171–190 g/km£2,270£3,420
191–225 g/km£3,420£4,850
226–255 g/km£4,850£5,690
Over 255 g/km£5,690£5,690

After the first year

2026/27
  • £200/yr standard rate — every car registered on or after 1 April 2017, petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric.
  • 440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6 if the list price was over £40,000 new (£50,000 for electric cars registered from April 2025).
  • Electric cars pay £10 in the first year, then the £200 standard rate — the zero-emission exemption ended on 1 April 2025.
  • Cars registered 2001–2017 stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M), from £20 to £790 a year.

Rates shown are for the 2026/27 UK tax year (source: DVLA / GOV.UK). Check the exact figure for a specific car by its registration on the GOV.UK vehicle-tax service.

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Trim-by-trim specifications & road tax

Trim-level specifications for the Ford Transit Custom (Diesel), across 18 recorded variants.

Performance
128–182 bhp
Power
1,997 cc
Engine
Economy & running costs
27.2–39.2 mpg
Fuel economy
204–273 g/km
CO₂
£600
Road tax (VED)
Dimensions & practicality
5,050 mm
Length
1,979 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
3,100 mm
Wheelbase
2,093 kg
Weight
5
Seats
4
Doors
Manual · Automatic 5 seats New from £65,282
TrimFuelPowerMPGCO₂Ins.
2.0 EcoBlue 170 L1 Nugget Titanium 4dr AutoAutomaticDiesel167 bhp
2.0 EcoBlue L1 Nugget Titanium 4drManualDiesel147 bhp
2.0 EcoBlue 185 L2 Nugget 4drManualDiesel182 bhp28.5 mpg260
2.0 EcoBlue 185 L2 Nugget 4dr AutoAutomaticDiesel182 bhp27.2 mpg273
2.0 EcoBlue 170 L1 Nugget 4dr AutoAutomaticDiesel167 bhp32.9 mpg230
2.0 EcoBlue 150 L1 Nugget 4drManualDiesel147 bhp36.2 mpg204
2.0 EcoBlue 150 L2 Nugget 4drManualDiesel147 bhp29.1 mpg260
2.0 EcoBlue 170 L2 Nugget 4dr AutoAutomaticDiesel147 bhp27.7 mpg273
2.0 EcoBlue L2 Nugget 4drManualDiesel128 bhp28.5 mpg260
2.0 EcoBlue 185 Nugget 4dr 4dManualDiesel182 bhp32.1 - 39.2 mpg204
2.0 EcoBlue 185 Nugget 4dr Auto 4dAutomaticDiesel182 bhp30.4 - 36.2 mpg230
2.0 EcoBlue Nugget 4dr 4dManualDiesel128 bhp34 - 39.2 mpg204

Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is road tax on a Ford Transit Custom?
A Ford Transit Custom registered on or after 1 April 2017 pays the flat standard rate of £200 a year for 2026/27. Cars registered between March 2001 and March 2017 pay a CO₂-based band instead. If the car cost over £40,000 new, add the £440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6.
Do electric Ford Transit Customs pay road tax?
Yes — since 1 April 2025 zero-emission cars pay VED. A new electric car pays £10 in its first year, then the £200 standard rate; electric cars registered before April 2025 also pay £200. Electric cars registered before March 2017 pay £20.
What is the expensive-car (£40,000) supplement?
Cars with a list price over £40,000 when new pay an extra £440 a year on top of the standard rate for five years, starting from the second licence (years 2–6). For zero-emission cars registered from 1 April 2025 the threshold is £50,000. It is based on the list price when new, not the price you pay used.
How is road tax calculated for the Ford Transit Custom?
For cars registered from April 2017, VED is a first-year "showroom" rate based on CO₂ emissions, then the flat £200 standard rate every year after. Older cars (2001–2017) stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M). You can check the exact rate for any specific car by its registration on the DVLA vehicle-tax service.
How does used-car road tax work in the UK?
For cars registered from April 2017, VED involves a first-year rate followed by a standard flat rate, with a surcharge for vehicles with a high list price. For cars registered before April 2017, the tax is generally calculated based on CO2 emissions bands.