ULEZ Check - Check if you need to pay

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Free ULEZ Checker

Free ULEZ Check

With growing concerns around air quality in London, the ULEZ has recently expanded to include an area that spans over 3.8 million residents. If your vehicle isn’t compliant with the emissions standards you’ll have to pay a charge, or risk facing a heavy fine.

Keep reading to learn all about the ULEZ, as well as how you can carry out a free and easy ULEZ check to avoid any unexpected fines.

What is the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)?

The London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is a new type of emissions zone that features a charge for vehicles that don't meet modern emissions standards. It's designed to reduce air pollution in the city by making certain vehicles pay a fee if they drive into the zone, thereby encouraging road users to avoid driving through the ULEZ.

For most vehicles, this corresponds to a £12.50 daily charge for driving within the zone if the vehicle doesn't meet minimum emissions standards.

The ULEZ operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and every day of the year, excluding Christmas day. It's meant to be a way for London to reduce its carbon footprint by encouraging people to drive cleaner cars and take public transport.

The ULEZ started its operation in April 2019 and since has expanded to cover an area approximately 18 times the size of central London, encompassing over 3.8 million people.

What are the minimum emission standards?

Petrol vehicles must meet the Euro 4 minimum emissions standards, whereas diesel cars must meet the Euro 6 minimum emissions standards.

Petrol cars meeting ULEZ emissions standards are generally newer than 2005, although some earlier models will be compliant with the standards.

Diesel cars meeting ULEZ emissions standards were generally registered after September 2015, and as with petrol cars, some earlier models will also be compliant with the ULEZ emissions standards.

If you’re unsure about your vehicle, use our free ULEZ check to see what emission standards your vehicle adheres to, as well as how much you should expect to pay for entering the ULEZ.

How much is ULEZ fine?

If you drive a vehicle that isn't compliant with the ULEZ standards and don’t pay the charge within the allotted three days, you'll be issued a penalty charge of £160, which is reduced to £80 if paid within 14 days of the issued penalty charge notice. The same charges apply to all vehicle types.

To make sure that you're not caught out, it's best to check your vehicle first using our free ULEZ check, as well as plan your journey thoroughly to ensure you’re aware of any points in which you travel through the ULEZ.

Get peace of mind with our free ULEZ check

Our ULEZ checker is a free service that allows you to check whether or not your vehicle is subject to the ULEZ charge. It is quick and easy to use and will tell you whether you have to pay the £12.50 daily charge for driving in London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ).

To use the ULEZ check, enter your vehicle registration number in the box above and click 'Check'. Your free ULEZ check will be ready immediately.

London ULEZ map

London ULEZ map

FAQ

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What is the ULEZ?

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How do I know if I have to pay the ULEZ charge?

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What vehicles are exempt from the ULEZ charge?

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How do I know if I drove in the ULEZ zone?

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How do I pay the ULEZ charge?

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Are older cars exempt from the ULEZ charge?

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Do I get a discount if I live in the ULEZ?

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Can I make my old car ULEZ compliant?

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