Older motorists may be required to pay an additional £50 in tax (Image: andresr via Getty Images)

Older motorists may be required to pay an additional £50 in tax under new proposals. From April 2028, electric vehicle owners will face a 3p per mile levy, whilst hybrid vehicles will be charged 1.5p per mile.

The Treasury has confirmed that mileage will be verified annually at MOT time, with new vehicles being checked on their first and second registration anniversaries. On average, older UK motorists , particularly those aged over 70, cover around 1,665 miles annually, which would result in a total charge of £49.95 over a 12-month period.

The payment will be incorporated into the existing Vehicle Excise Duty System, which is administered by DVLA . Mileage readings will be taken fr

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