Vehicle Expense Tracking
Know Your True Costs
Log fuel, repairs, insurance and subscriptions — then see what your vehicle really costs per month and per mile.
Track Every Pound You Spend
From fuel to insurance — understand where your money goes
Fast expense entry
Add an expense in seconds with smart categories built for UK drivers. Attach receipts and notes to every entry.
Fuel tracking
Log fill-ups with price per litre and calculate your real MPG. See how fuel costs change over time.
Cost per mile
Automatic calculations show your true running cost per mile — essential for business users and mileage claims.
Total cost of ownership
See the big picture: insurance, tax, servicing, tyres, repairs — everything that makes up your real costs.
Spending insights
Spot spending spikes, compare vehicles, and make data-driven decisions about keeping or selling.
Export reports
Download CSV or PDF reports for tax returns, business expenses, or personal records. Filter by any criteria.
Complete Expense Tracking from £7/month or £69/year
More than a spreadsheet
Spreadsheets work until they don't. CarFile gives you automatic calculations, receipt storage, and insights that update in real-time. No formulas to break, no files to lose.
Part of the complete package
Expense tracking comes included with MOT reminders, tax alerts, service history, and fuel logging — everything you need to manage your vehicle in one app.
Who Uses Expense Tracking?
Private car owners
See what your car really costs. Make informed decisions about repairs vs replacement. Track warranty claims and service intervals.
Business users
Track business mileage for HMRC. Separate personal and business expenses. Export reports that make tax returns simple.
Multi-vehicle households
Compare running costs across vehicles. See which car is cheaper to run. Plan ahead for insurance renewals and servicing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about vehicle expense tracking
What types of expenses can I track?
You can track all vehicle-related costs: fuel, maintenance, repairs, MOT, insurance, road tax, parking, tolls, car wash, tyres, and any custom categories you create. Each expense can include receipts and notes.
Can I see cost per mile?
Yes. CarFile automatically calculates your cost per mile based on your logged expenses and mileage entries. You can view this for individual expense categories or total running costs.
Can I track expenses for multiple vehicles?
Absolutely. You can add unlimited vehicles to your CarFile account and track expenses separately for each. Compare running costs across your vehicles to make informed decisions.
Can I export my expense data?
Yes. Export your expense history as a CSV or PDF report — perfect for tax returns, business mileage claims, or simply keeping records. Filter by date range, category, or vehicle.
Does CarFile work for business vehicle expenses?
Yes. Many users track business mileage and expenses for tax purposes. You can tag expenses as business or personal, and export reports that make HMRC submissions easier.
Take Control of Your Vehicle Costs
Start tracking expenses today and discover what your vehicle really costs to run.