Can I Claim Mileage Tax Relief If I Only Worked Part of the Year?
If you changed jobs, worked a seasonal role, or were only employed for part of the year, you might still be eligible for a mileage tax rebate from HMRC. Many workers wrongly assume they need to be employed all year to claim, this guide explains why that’s not true.
Do I need to work full-year to qualify?
No. You only need to:
Be employed under PAYE
Use your personal vehicle for business travel
Not be fully reimbursed for mileage by your employer
Even if you worked just a few months, you may still be owed a rebate for that period.
What journeys count?
You can claim for mileage between:
Temporary work sites
Client or patient visits
Off-site training or events
You can’t claim for commuting to your regular workplace.
How is the rebate calculated?
HMRC allows 45p per mile for the first 10,000 miles each tax year. If your employer reimbursed less, or nothing, you can claim the shortfall in tax relief.
You’ll only claim for the period you were employed, but that can still add up to hundreds of pounds.
What if I didn’t track mileage?
No problem. TaxBax helps estimate your mileage using your job type, travel routine and number of weeks worked.
Can I backdate my claim?
Yes. You can claim mileage tax relief for up to 4 previous tax years, even if you only worked part of a year in each.
Start your claim today
Whether you worked 3 months or 12, you may still be owed tax back. Use our mileage calculator to find out what you’re owed in minutes.
