Nearly 3,000 untaxed Edinburgh cars clamped last year
New data from the DVLA shows that nearly 3,000 untaxed vehicles were clamped in Edinburgh last year.
The figures were released as part of the licensing agency’s ‘nobody wins’ campaign to remind drivers to tax their vehicles on time.
The highest number of untaxed vehicles was recorded in London (16,557), followed by Manchester where 9,174 untaxed vehicles were clamped. Edinburgh was recorded as the eighth highest city in the UK with 2,997 vehicles clamped.
It is estimated more than 98 per cent of vehicles used on the road are taxed, but the DVLA said around 150,000 untaxed vehicles were still clamped in the UK in 2025. It’s new campaign reminds drivers that the DVLA can take enforcement action direct from their records to clamp untaxed vehicles ‘as a last resort.’
Tim Moss CBE, DVLA chief executive, said: “Most drivers keep their vehicle tax up to date, but if you don’t tax your vehicle on time the consequences can be significant. We remind motorists when their vehicle tax is due and only clamp untaxed vehicles as a last resort.
“Having your vehicle clamped is avoidable, as taxing your vehicle is quick and easy to do. You can also pay by Direct Debit, which helps make sure you stay on top of renewals and lets you spread the cost if you want to.”
Drivers can tax their vehicle at any time using via the DVLA website or by calling 0300 123 4321. Drivers can also choose to receive vehicle tax reminders by text or email through the licensing agency’s driver and vehicle’s account.
DVLA’s enforcement teams and wheelclamping partners travel across the UK as part of their day-to-day activity taking action against untaxed vehicles. Some local authorities and police forces can also clamp vehicles under DVLA’s Devolved Power Partner scheme.