The important bit is that only about 11p of the 40p per mile is for Petrol but you need to use the HMRC figures to ensure that you are using the correct rate for your car.
kind regards,
Shaun.
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Shaun
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Remember you have to have VAT receipts covering all the fuel purchases to back up the VAT claim, even though you're not actually claiming the VAT on the receipts. The European Court are insisting HMRC enforce this.