Zero Rate VAT

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Would a person who had been diagnosed with MS and also has had triple heart bypass, but is still able to work in a managerial role be eligible for 0 rate vat on purchasing a vehicle. They are restricted in walking long distances, affected by cold weather, cannot travel in aeroplanes, cannot get standard travel insurance. At present they do not need to use a whhelchair but that could change at any time.

Thanks

[mariejader]

Depending on the level of DLA they get they may be able to apply for a car under the mobility scheme.

[Cymraeg]

This is a very complex issue as far as
Is the item specifically for a disabled person (eg Wheelchair)
Has the item been adapted specifically (eg car adaptations)
etc.
You could be eligible for one item , but not another.
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VAT relief on products and services for disabled people : Directgov - Disabled people

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2.2 What is a wheelchair user?

For the purposes of this relief a wheelchair user is anyone who has to use a
wheelchair (electrically powered or otherwise) in order to be mobile.
A disabled person with a degenerative condition, such as multiple sclerosis, who
does not need to use a wheelchair all the time, but only when the condition requires
it, also qualifies as a wheelchair user.
A person who only occasionally uses a wheelchair such as:

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when visiting a shopping centre or gardens; or

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temporarily because he has a broken leg

is not considered to normally use a wheelchair and is not eligible for the relief.



Then their form excludes people with degenerative diseases who may use a wheelchair occassionally or when the condition gets worse after diagnosis.

I declare that

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I am chronically sick or have a disabling condition by reason of:
(give full and specific description of your condition)

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the adapted vehicle is for my personal use

• I usually use a wheelchair or stretcher to be mobile.

So if you have MS and do not currently "usually use a wheelchair" are you not eligible?