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IIRC, the visa application question about convictions and penalties asks:
At any time, have you ever had any of the following, in the UK or another country?
The sub questions include:
- A criminal conviction
- A penalty for a driving offence, for example disqualification for speeding
- A caution, warning, reprimand or other out-of-court penalty
Vehicle tax / registration offences are classed as criminal offences in the UK GOV.UK Vehicle enforcement policy. It appears you paid Β£97 as an out-of-court settlement alternative to possible prosecution.
So yes you should disclose this penalty in your application and provide the DVLA letter as evidence.