FROM £39/MONTH OR £199 ONE-OFF
Private Hire & Taxi Driver Accountants
Uber, Bolt, taxi, or minicab driver? We handle your Self Assessment and maximise your vehicle expense claims.
Driving is Hard Enough Without Tax Worries
Long hours on the road. Complex expense rules. Uber’s summary doesn’t match HMRC requirements. No idea if you’re claiming everything you’re entitled to.
Most drivers overpay tax because they don’t claim all allowable expenses. We fix that.
What We Do for Private Hire Drivers
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Vehicle Expenses
Fuel, insurance, maintenance, cleaning—or simplified mileage allowance (45p/mile). We calculate which method saves you more tax.
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Self Assessment
Annual tax return prepared from your Uber/Bolt statements. We reconcile platform income, tips, and bonuses.
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Simple Tracking
We set you up with easy apps to log expenses and mileage. Takes seconds, saves pounds.
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Tax-Saving Advice
Phone bills, dash cams, uniform, licensing fees—we identify every deduction you’re entitled to.
What Can Private Hire Drivers Claim?
Many drivers miss out on legitimate deductions. Here’s what you may be entitled to:
🚗 Vehicle costs (fuel, repairs, insurance, MOT, road tax) • 📱 Phone and data • 🧹 Vehicle cleaning • 📷 Dash cam • 🎫 Private hire licence fees • 👕 Uniform items • 🅿️ Congestion charges • ☂️ Uber service fees
Driver-Friendly Pricing
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Driver Monthly – £39/month
Ongoing support ✓ Self Assessment included ✓ Monthly expense tracking ✓ Platform reconciliation ✓ Mileage optimisation ✓ Email support
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Self Assessment Only – £199
One-off tax return ✓ Full Uber/Bolt reconciliation ✓ Expense review ✓ Mileage vs actual costs calc ✓ HMRC submission
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Last-Minute – £299
Deadline looming? ✓ Priority service ✓ Same-week completion ✓ Full deduction review ✓ No judgement!
Private Hire Driver FAQs
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Mileage or actual costs?
You can claim 45p per mile (simple) OR actual vehicle costs (complex but often higher). We calculate both and recommend the best option.
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Do I need to register?
If you earned over £1,000 driving, yes. Register for Self Assessment by 5 October after the tax year ends.
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What about tips?
Cash and in-app tips are taxable income. We help you track and report them correctly to avoid HMRC issues.
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Can I claim my phone?
Yes—the percentage used for work. If you use it 70% for driving, you can claim 70% of the cost and contract.
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Private Hire Driver Tax: Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do a tax return as an Uber driver?
Yes. Private hire drivers are self-employed and must register for Self Assessment with HMRC. You need to file a tax return each year declaring your earnings and claiming allowable expenses. We handle the entire process.
What expenses can I claim as a private hire driver?
Common allowable expenses include fuel or mileage (45p per mile for first 10,000 miles), vehicle insurance, TfL licence fees, phone costs (business proportion), Uber/Bolt service fees, car cleaning, and vehicle maintenance.
Should I use the mileage rate or actual car costs?
You must choose one method and stick with it for that vehicle. The simplified mileage rate (45p/mile) is easier to track but actual costs may save more if you have high running costs. We calculate which method saves you more tax.
Do I need to register for VAT?
Only if your turnover exceeds £90,000 in any 12-month period. Uber's service fee is not your turnover — your fare income is. We monitor your earnings and advise when VAT registration becomes necessary.
How much does a private hire driver tax return cost?
Our Self Assessment service for private hire drivers starts from £199 one-off or £39/month on a package. This includes expense review, tax calculation, and HMRC submission. Get an exact quote at our calculator.