The bank have confirmed it is active but I cannot really get proof of this. Seems to be a problem at dvla side but no one will actually discuss it over the phone they just want payment. All disputes must be done in writing. I am concerned if I go into dispute by the time they get back to me the deadline for paying the fine will have passed

For proof all I have is bank statements showing funds were available and that the DD has not been cancelled. Do you think this would be sufficient for a successful appeal? Thanks for your reply

I have received a £80 fine for driving an untaxed vehice. I had set up a direct debit on 1/11/14 and payments were successfully taken for November and December. No payment was requested (according to bank) for Jan or Feb (plenty of funds available) DVLA have not contacted me prior to issuing the fine asking for alternative payment. (in event of cancellation of DD this is there procedure) I did change insurance provider midway through December, could this be the source of the problem? I am reluctant to pay the fine as I feel I have done nothing wrong. Any advice would be great thanks