Motorists are advised to be aware of fake emails informing them their vehicles are supposedly untaxed.
If you want to check whether or not your car is taxed, you can use the online system here.
The fake emails come from a range of addresses including allison@sonifamily.plus.com and there is a form to fill in which will allow the scammers to obtain personal details.
The email reads….
THIS IS AN AUTOMATED EMAIL – Please do not reply as emails received at this address cannot be responded to.
Your vehicle is no longer taxed. Invoice ID is XJ2F950-492849172
DVLA have been notified electronically about you latest payment for your vehicle tax failed because there is not enough money on you debit card.
We have generated a new invoice, and we suggest you to use a credit card instead of a debit, to avoid any other consequences that might appear in case again won’t be enough funds inside.
Please download and complete the form attached at this email in order to tax your vehicle now
You must tax this vehicle before it is driven on the road.
Acknowledge that it’s illegal to drive your vehicle until you’ve taxed it.
Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency.
Please note: This is an automated email. Please do not reply.
ID Support Number 432744669396616114355948.