How do you know if your car can go in the ULEZ zone?


How do you know if your car can go in the ULEZ zone? What cars are exempt from the ULEZ? All electric cars are ULEZ exempt, along with all petrol cars which meet Euro 4 emissions standards and Euro 6 diesel models. All petrol models built after 2005 will be Euro 4 compliant, whereas diesel models built from 2015 onwards will be Euro 6 compliant.


Is ULEZ still expanding in 2023?

As confirmed on the Transport for London (TfL) website, the new regulation will come into force as of Tuesday 29th August 2023. From this date onwards, the ULEZ will operate in the newly expanded areas of Greater London.


Can I convert my diesel to be ULEZ compliant?

Can I swap my engine to be ULEZ-compliant? This depends on the vehicle type. At present, there are no CVRAS-approved ways to re-power the engine of a non-compliant diesel car.


How old can a diesel car be for ULEZ?

In order to be ULEZ compliant, diesel cars must meet Euro 6 standards. Most diesel cars registered since September 2015 meet these standards, though some earlier models do too. Indeed, there are some ULEZ-compliant diesel cars dating back to 2012.


Is ULEZ free for blue badge holders?

ULEZ grace period (temporary discount) Eligible applicants for these grace periods will not need to pay the ULEZ charge until 25 October 2027. Blue badge holders will need to pay the ULEZ charge unless their non-compliant vehicle qualifies for one of the following 3 grace periods.


Is the M25 in the ULEZ zone?

No. The M25 is not be covered by the ULEZ expansion, most of which stops short of the motorway. The M25 marks the boundary of the zone at Enfield and Noak Hill, and although the zone does go slightly past the motorway at North Ockendon, the motorway itself is not subject to ULEZ charges.