The Military Vehicle Trust
Also known as: The Mvt
To promote and encourage the preservation and restoration of historic military vehiclesTo liaise with DVLA in the verification of historic military vehiclesTo preserve literature, films and other relevant documents and artefacts pertaining to historic military vehiclesTo act/negotiate for our members on any relevant legislation.
Activities & Mission
To promote and encourage the preservation and restoration of historic military vehiclesTo liaise with DVLA in the verification of historic military vehiclesTo preserve literature, films and other relevant documents and artefacts pertaining to historic military vehiclesTo act/negotiate for our members on any relevant legislation.
Grants
The Military Vehicle Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £222,664
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £249,791 | £222,664 | 0 / 45 | |||
| 2024 | £259,722 | £204,935 | 0 / 46 | |||
| 2023 | £203,297 | £179,703 | 0 / 74 | |||
| 2022 | £198,914 | £153,674 | 0 / 4861 | |||
| 2021 | £191,239 | £157,454 | 0 / 42 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Military Vehicle Trust
What does The Military Vehicle Trust do?
To promote and encourage the preservation and restoration of historic military vehiclesTo liaise with DVLA in the verification of historic military vehiclesTo preserve literature, films and other relevant documents and artefacts pertaining to historic military vehiclesTo act/negotiate for our members on any relevant legislation.
How much income did The Military Vehicle Trust report in 2025?
The Military Vehicle Trust reported total income of £250k and reported expenditure of £223k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Military Vehicle Trust registered as a charity?
The Military Vehicle Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 April 1988 as charity number 327768. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Military Vehicle Trust?
The Military Vehicle Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Military Vehicle Trust operate?
The Military Vehicle Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Military Vehicle Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Military Vehicle Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327768.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- The Mvt
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated