Will your vehicle be charged in a ULEZ zone?

A quick check takes seconds and could save you £12.50, or up to £180 in penalties. Enter your reg below to find out instantly.

Learn more about ULEZ

More information to help you navigate ULEZ regulations and how they may affect you.

Is your destination in the ULEZ zone?

Enter a postcode to check whether your journey falls inside the ULEZ boundary.

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Which vehicles are ULEZ-free?

See which cars, vans and motorbikes avoid the daily charge altogether.

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Where are the ULEZ cameras?

Find camera locations across London and see where ULEZ enforcement operates.

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What is ULEZ and does it affect you?

ULEZ runs 24 hours a day, every day except Christmas Day, across all 32 London boroughs. If your vehicle does not meet the emissions standard, you will pay £12.50 each day you drive in the zone. Miss a payment and the penalty rises to £180.

Not sure if your vehicle qualifies? Enter your reg above, it takes seconds.

What you need before you check

For personal vehicles: Just your registration number, that is all you need.

For businesses: Create a free account and upload a CSV with your vehicle registration numbers. Payment can be made by card or bank transfer.

Free to use. Results in seconds.

Enter your reg and know immediately whether you will be charged. No account needed, just a clear answer for your vehicle.

Does ULEZ now cover where you live or drive?

Since August 2023, ULEZ covers all 32 London boroughs, not just central London. If you live or drive anywhere within Greater London, ULEZ applies to your vehicle.

Good news: 9 in 10 vehicles in outer London already meet the standard. But it is worth checking yours before you travel.

Not in London? Check your local emissions zone

Clean Air Zones, Low Emission Zones and Zero Emission Zones operate across UK cities. Check if your vehicle is compliant before you travel.

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Which cars are free from ULEZ charges?

Different rules apply to different types of vehicles when it comes to ULEZ fees.

Petrol car?

Must meet Euro 4, Euro 5, or Euro 6 emissions standards.
Generally, registered after 2006.

Diesel car?

Must meet Euro 6 emissions standards.
Generally, registered after September 2015.

Hybrid or electric?

With petrol engines: Must meet Euro 4 emissions standards.
With diesel engines: Must meet Euro 6 emissions standards.

Van or motorbike?

Motorbikes must be Euro 3 compliant.
Petrol vans must be Euro 4 compliant.
Diesel vans must be Euro 6 compliant.

Non-compliant? You may qualify for a scrappage grant

Rather scrap your vehicle? The ULEZ car and motorcycle scrappage scheme is open to residents of the 32 London boroughs and the City of London who receive benefits.

Our report includes important information on:

£1,000

Up to £1,000 for scrapping your motorcycle

Eligibility depends on your vehicle and type of benefit you receive.
Mopeds, scooters, and motorised tricycles/quadricycles also qualify.
All motorcycle owners must apply online.

£2,000

Up to £2,000 for scrapping your car

Eligibility depends on your vehicle and type of benefit you receive.
ULEZ-non compliant vans and WAVs also qualify.
All car owners must apply online.

Real questions drivers ask about ULEZ

Learn about how our checker works and how to stay compliant with ULEZ regulations.

How do I know if my car will be charged in a ULEZ zone?

The ULEZ checker uses registration data, your vehicle's make, model and fuel type, to determine whether it meets emissions standards set by Transport for London (TfL). With this information, the checker can provide you with an accurate compliance assessment and whether you will need to pay ULEZ charges.

What are the minimum emission standards for ULEZ?

At a minimum, ULEZ-compliant vehicles meet the following standards:

Motorcycles, mopeds, motorised tricycles and quadricycles (L category) should meet Euro 3 standards. Petrol cars, vans, minibuses and other specialist vehicles should meet Euro 4 standards for NOx emissions. Diesel cars, vans, minibuses and other specialist vehicles should meet Euro 6 standards for both NOx and PM emissions.

Which cars can drive in ULEZ zones free of charge?

Any vehicle that meets ULEZ emissions standards can drive freely within the zone. For petrol vehicles, this generally means they were registered after January 2006. For diesel cars, it typically means they were registered after September 2015.

Lorries, vans, and specialised heavy vehicles (with a Gross Vehicle Weight over 3.5 tonnes). The same applies to buses, minibuses, and coaches (with a GVW over 5 tonnes) are exempt from the ULEZ charge. However, they will be subject to the LEZ charge if they fail to meet the emissions standards set by the LEZ.

Are electric and hybrid cars always exempt from ULEZ?

You will not automatically receive a notification when a fine is due. You are responsible for checking your vehicle's compliance with the ULEZ regulations. Using our free online tool is the simplest way to check if you'll need to pay a charge. If your vehicle is non-compliant, you know you will have to pay it every time you drive into the ULEZ zone.

What was the ULEZ expansion in 2023?

Effective 29th August 2023, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) has been extended to cover all boroughs of London. The newly expanded ULEZ encompasses nearly all of Greater London, stretching from Enfield in the north to Croydon in the south, as depicted in our ULEZ expansion zone map above.

How do I know If I drove in a ULEZ zone?

There is ULEZ signage clearly posted throughout the city, particularly as you enter the ULEZ zone. You may also notice the cameras. However, there are no official toll booths or barriers, so the only other way you'd find out is when you receive your day’s ULEZ charge.

How do I pay the ULEZ charge?

No discounts are given to residents of the ULEZ zone. That said, Living in the ULEZ zone gives you the ability to take the tube or bus to work or run errands, which could help you reduce the overall cost burden of owning and driving a noncompliant car.

What happens if I drive in ULEZ without paying?

If you do not pay the ULEZ charge within three days, you may be liable for a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) of £180. Once you receive that fine, you have 28 days to pay it in full. If you pay it within 14 days, the fine goes down to £90. If you do not pay it within the 28-day period, the fine increases by 50% to £270.

Can I get help replacing a non-compliant vehicle?

It is possible to retrofit your car to make it compliant with ULEZ standards by upgrading the exhaust system or adding emissions-reducing technology. This will require taking your car to a garage and having the work done by a qualified mechanic.

However, this is probably not the most cost-effective solution. Depending on your vehicle and fuel type, retrofitting could end up costing more than simply replacing the vehicle by financing a new one.

Where can I find out if my vehicle is ULEZ-compliant for free?

The easiest way to find out if your vehicle is ULEZ-compliant or not is to use our free ULEZ compliance checker at the top of this page. It takes about 5 seconds to enter your info and see if your vehicle is compliant.

If you're unsure about the information provided, check with your vehicle's manufacturer, contact TfL directly for more specific advice or visit a local garage.

Does Google Maps tell you about ULEZ?

Yes. To check if your route falls within the ULEZ boundary, all you have to do is input your destination on Google Maps. If your route is affected by the ULEZ, the map will highlight the boundary. You can also find information about the impact of the ULEZ on your vehicle by visiting the TfL website, which will be linked right inside the Google Maps application.

What time is ULEZ free?

The only day of the year when ULEZ charges do not apply is Christmas Day (25th December). On this day, vehicles are allowed to drive in the ULEZ zone without paying a charge or needing to meet emissions standards. All other days of the year require drivers to pay the ULEZ charge and meet emissions regulations.

How much does it cost to drive in ULEZ each day?

The ULEZ fine is only £12.50 per day. If you drive into the ULEZ zone every day of the year, you could pay up to £4,550 in fees. If you fail to pay a daily charge within three days, you may receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) of £180. This can be reduced to £90 if paid within 14 days, or increased to £270 if not paid within 28 days.

Does ULEZ apply to where I live in outer London?

ULEZ works for residents the same way it does for all drivers. If you live in a ULEZ zone, your vehicle must still meet the emissions standards to be exempt from the daily charge. If you don't drive your car, you won't be charged, regardless of your vehicle's compliance status.

My car is old, will it definitely fail ULEZ?

To be eligible for an exemption, diesel-powered cars must adhere to the Euro 6 vehicle emission regulations, which were implemented in September 2015. If your diesel car predates this timeframe, it will most likely be subject to the ULEZ charge (though you're unlikely to find one on the market).

Will ULEZ cover all of London?

As of August 2023, ULEZ now covers all of London, both in the central and outer zones. This means all vehicle owners will need to check their car's ULEZ compliance before entering one of these areas. If a vehicle is not ULEZ-compliant, it will have to pay the daily charge of £12.50 to drive anywhere inside the zone.

How do you avoid ULEZ?

The only way to completely avoid ULEZ while continuing to use London's roads is to drive a compliant vehicle. This means either fixing your vehicle to meet the emissions standards or purchasing a new one.

If you drive a car older than 2006 into London 5 days per week, you'll end up paying more than £250 per month in ULEZ charges. So purchasing a newer, ULEZ-compliant car is well worth the investment if you drive into London for work.

Alternatively, you can take public transport or ride a bike! You’ll get to your destination without sitting in traffic and avoid paying the charge.

To avoid paying ULEZ charges some of the time, you may also consider moving into the ULEZ zone, or to the outskirts of London. That way you’ll be able to use your car for some trips and take public transport for others.

Does ULEZ use cameras?

ULEZ cameras are situated at the boundary of the ULEZ zone and throughout. There are currently 1,775 ULEZ cameras in operation, and the TfL plans to continue installing more until it reaches its target of 2,750.

The cameras use number plate and registration data to identify vehicles that do not meet the ULEZ emissions standards, and those drivers will be required to pay the £12.50 daily charge.

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