25 January 2018
Template - Motor Vehicle Logbook
A logbook can help you get the most from your business or work-related motor vehicle use.
Download this template so you can keep track of each business or work-related trip you make.
There are also a number of apps available to download in which you can record your motor vehicle use. One of these is the myDeductions tool provided by the ATO, available for download here.
A logbook must be kept for a minimum and consecutive 12-week period. Once the logbook is completed it remains valid for 5 years, unless your work circumstances or your car-use changes significantly.
What to Record in the Logbook
The logbook should detail:
- The opening odometer reading for the start of the 12 week period
- For each business-related trip:
- Date of trip
- Destination to and from
- Distance travelled in kilometres
- Purpose, e.g. client meeting, site visit, etc
- The closing odometer reading for the end of the 12 week period