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Updated on 15 September 2026

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Not sure if your MTD setup is compliant? Answer 6 quick questions and we'll tell you if you're at risk of penalties — in under 60 seconds.

MDT Compliance Checker

1. What software are you using for MTD?

HMRC-recognised (Xero, FreeAgent, QuickBooks, etc.) Excel or Google Sheets Paper records Nothing yet

2. When was your last quarterly update?

Within the last 3 months More than 3 months ago I've never submitted one I'm not sure

3. Do you have a bank feed connected?

Yes, automatic bank feed I import transactions manually No bank feed I don't know

4. How do you handle receipts?

I scan them with an app I keep them in a folder They're in a shoebox somewhere I mostly ignore them

5. Do you know your EOPS deadline?

Yes, 31 January after tax year ends I've heard of it but not sure No idea what that is

6. Who submits your quarterly updates?

I do it myself My accountant No one yet I'm not sure how it works

Your MTD Compliance Score

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Alex Quinn is an independent UK finance writer who specialises in tax software reviews for sole traders, freelancers, and small businesses. Alex writes independently for MTD Pick and is not affiliated with any of the software vendors reviewed on this site. Affiliate disclosure.

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