What vehicles are not exempt from ULEZ?


What vehicles are not exempt from ULEZ?

Passenger cars exempt from ULEZ charges include:
  • Petrol cars that meet Euro 4 standards.
  • Diesel cars that meet Euro 6 standards.
  • Hybrid cars that meet Euro 4 or Euro 6 standards (depending on the fuel type)
  • Electric cars.
  • Vehicles for disabled people.
  • Classic cars.
  • Taxis.


Are all diesel cars exempt from ULEZ?

Like petrol vehicles, most newer diesel vehicles are ULEZ exempt. The majority of diesel cars registered after September 2015 meet Euro 6 standards – and therefore, also meet the current ULEZ emissions standards, though some earlier models do too.


Are black cabs exempt from congestion charge?

Taxis. Taxis (black cabs) are exempt from paying the Congestion Charge when actively licensed by Transport for London. A vehicle will be removed from the register of exempt vehicles on the surrender, expiry or revocation of the licence.


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.