VAT on big tools

[LSB]

Is it possible to claim back the VAT on a digger if bought from a commercial supplier

[PeterW]

Not unless you are VAT registered. 

[LSB]

15 hours ago, PeterW said:

Not unless you are VAT registered. 

how disappointing

but, thanks

 

[newhome]

You can’t reclaim VAT on any tools at all. If you were to hire a digger with a driver supplied however the invoice could be zero rated.