On 21 Oct, 10:41, "nightjar" cpb@insert my surname here.me.uk
wrote:
"Adam Aglionby" wrote in message

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Would the VAT issue not only affect it if you fitted more seats , or
is totally on more glass, ...

A van becomes a car for VAT purposes if either of the following applies:

One or more seats are fitted in the rear body
Side windows are fitted behind the driver's seat

A minibus will also become a car if seats are removed to below the minimum
number.

Colin Bignell

Thanks Colin, useful information.

Though think the VAT issue will only really affect newer vehicles,
past a certain age, business buyers for vans will be limited to
smaller non VAT registered concerns.

Minibuses are a whole different world, MOT standards are high to say
the least. Have seen an 11 page MOT failure for a minibus.

Cheers
Adam