§ Mr. KeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many motor vehicles over 25 years old are currently listed in the SP1, SP2, SP3, SP4 and SP5 postcode areas; and how many of them will qualify for exemption from vehicle excise duty as a result of the recent Budget. [6810]
§ Mr. NorrisAn estimated 3,750 vehicles over 25 years of age are currently licensed in the SP1, SP2, SP3, SP4 and SP5 postcode areas. Of these, 2,500 are in private and light goods, motorcycle or tricycle taxation classes and will qualify for exemption from vehicle excise duty as a result of the vehicle taxation changes announced in the Budget on 28 November 1995.