Can I Buy a Car Through My UK Limited Company?

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Owning a car that’s been purchased through a UK-based limited company is a viable option for a business. However, it’s worth evaluating whether this is really your best option, or whether there are more suitable alternatives.

Can you buy a car through a UK limited company? 

The short answer is yes. However, there are a number of variables that you need to consider, which include the vehicle type, usage, and its CO2 emissions. 

Benefits in kind  

One of the first things to ask yourself before deciding whether or not to buy a car through your limited company is what that car will be used for. If you are using it for any private use – including the commute to and from work – your company will need to pay a tax called ‘benefit in kind’ (BIK). This is based on the value of the vehicle when it was new. The company will also need to pay Class 1A National Insurance. 

You can only claim back VAT on a car that’s used exclusively for work purposes. Similarly, you may end up being taxed on fuel in addition to the BIK tax.  

It’s also worth noting that having a car through a limited company means putting its day-to-day running costs through company accounts, which may impact profit margins. 

Capital allowances 

If you choose to buy a car through your UK limited company, you’ll be able to claim tax relief through capital allowances. The amount you can claim, however, is dependent on the car’s CO2 emissions. The more CO2 released, the higher the tax you’ll need to pay. 

Financing a car through your limited company 

Car finance is a sensible option if you’re looking to spread the cost of a car when buying through your limited company. Calculate your car loan online or contact our team to talk more about buying a car through your limited company. 

Rates from 9.9% APR. Representative APR 12.4%

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  • You have current credit arrangements and mortgage with no defaults
  • You have no CCJs, credit arrears or missed payments
  • You rarely apply for credit
  • You are employed or self-employed

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  • You have current credit arrangements with occasional missed payments
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  • You are or have recently been on the electoral role
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  • You may have occasional missed payments
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Representative Example

Borrowing £7,500 at a representative APR of 12.4%, annual interest rate (fixed) 12.36%, 47 monthly payments of £196.44 followed by 1 payment of £206.44 (incl. estimated £10 option to purchase fee), a deposit of £0.00, total cost of credit is £1,939.12, total amount payable is £9,439.12.

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Please ensure you can afford the repayments for the duration of the loan before entering into a credit agreement.

*Initial application is a soft search. Should you progress, some lenders may perform a hard search on your credit file.

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