Fully Maintained Novated Lease - Other Running Costs – What Can I Claim?
Other Running Costs are eligible vehicle-related expenses that help operate, maintain, or support your leased vehicle but do not fall under fuel, registration, insurance, roadside assistance, servicing, or tyres. To be reimbursed, the expense must relate to the leased vehicle, be incurred during the active lease period, be supported by a valid tax invoice, and meet Maxxia's eligibility requirements.
What you can claim
- Car washes and cleaning products used for the leased vehicle
- AdBlue and approved fuel additives used in the leased vehicle
- Air conditioner sanitisation services
- Coolant, engine oils, and lubricants for the leased vehicle
- Freight or shipping costs for eligible replacement parts (where the part itself is claimable)
- Credit card surcharges, provided they are separately itemised on an otherwise eligible invoice or receipt
- Like-for-like replacement items that are purchased and installed by the customer
What you can't claim
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Road tolls, parking fees, traffic infringements, fines, or penalties
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Air fresheners, deodorisers, or similar products
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Baby seats, driver licence fees, or personal convenience items
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Vehicle delivery charges
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Extended warranties
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Apple CarPlay upgrades, software updates, or other technology upgrades considered capital improvements
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Accessories or modifications added after lease settlement that alter the vehicle's original design or increase its value
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Any expense that:
- Does not relate to the leased vehicle
- Is not supported by valid documentation
- Was incurred outside the active lease period (unless an approved exception applies)