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All amounts shown in this schedule are in Euros 

It should be noted that the figures quoted are average only and where necessary members should substitute actual amounts 

For the purpose of this schedule the vehicles have been valued at:
€11,862, €14,571, €20,036, €24,535, €29,806, €44,728, €47,062 respectively.

1. CO2 Rates (From 01/07/08) €100, €150, €290, €430, €600, €1,000, €2,000
2. Insurance (Class 1 ) Average rates for Third Party, fire, Theft policies.
   No allowance is made for no claims discount.
3. Driving Licence: € 25 for 10 year licence
4. Depreciation : Based on kilometres of 16,000 Kilometres per annum, and assuming an economical life of 128,000 Kilometres or eight years
5. Interest on Capital; Car value if invested at 4.5% per annum.
6. Garage/Parking: € 79.50 per week
7. AA Subscription: € 132 per annum.
8. Petrol: 130.5c per litre (Unleaded)
9. Engine Oil: Allowance is made for variable consumption throughout the car's life and the cost of replacement after oil changes
10. Tyres: Estimated tyre life 48,000 kilometres
11. Servicing: general servicing as recommended by the manufacturers.
12. Repairs and Replacements: estimated on the basis of total cost of repairs, replacements and renovations over eight years or 128,000 kilometres.
13. AA fuel prices are based on Petrol, not diesel.Over 80% of the private car fleet in Ireland is currently petrol based. This figure may change as the new CO2-based tax system favours diesel usage.

The contents of this publication, produced by the AA as part of its service to members are believed correct at the time of printing, but current position may be checked through the AA.

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