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Subaru Forester Import to United Kingdom

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The listed price covers the vehicle and ocean freight from Japan. Duty, VAT and customs clearance are charged and paid in the United Kingdom and are quoted separately.
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Cars aged 30 years or more are charged import VAT at 5% instead of 20%. Import policies can change; confirm the current treatment with HM Revenue & Customs before you commit.
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No. The United Kingdom requires no inspection in Japan before shipment. The checks happen after arrival: a Notification of Vehicle Arrivals (NOVA) filing within two weeks, then the test set by the car's age.
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Vehicles are shipped by RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) with Höegh Autoliners and unloaded at Southampton or Bristol (Portbury).
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Every listing carries photographs, the Carbarn inspection comments, the full inspection report, and the auction grade, so the condition can be verified before you commit.
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Customs Duty is 10% of the CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) value, and VAT is 20% of the CIF value plus duty. Import policies can change; check with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for the latest rates.
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Shipping from Japan takes 30-50 days, depending on the sailing. Ships depart monthly.
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Cars aged 3 to 10 years pay an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test fee of £325. Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) first registration is £55.
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The United Kingdom has no age limit for cars or vans. Cars aged 3 to 10 years need an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test before registration. Cars over 10 years need only an MOT.
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Carbarn accepts Bank Transfer and Credit / Debit Card. Bank details are issued only on an official Carbarn proforma invoice, after your quote is confirmed.
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