Driving non-GB registered car inside Low Emission Zone
Almost all of greater London area is Low Emission Zone, which means that older diesel cars are not allowed into the zone, or must face high fees (up to 200£ per day).
The LEZ does not apply to cars or motorcycles.
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However,
Non-GB registered vehicles(...) You will need to register your vehicle with us if:
- Your vehicle meets LEZ emissions standards
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I could not find any clear information. if I want to drive a car (which should be fine, if it was GB-registered) that is registered in another country, do I still have to register with Transport for London? And if I don't, what are the penalties?
Best Answer
I think you misunderstood the LEZ, or maybe I did?
Quote: "The Low Emission Zone (LEZ) operates to encourage the most polluting heavy diesel vehicles driving in London to become cleaner, or avoid the city. The LEZ covers most of Greater London and is in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year."
The key phrase is, "heavy diesel vehicles", which means 'goods vehicles' or 'commercial vehicles", or in plain English, Trucks/Lorries/Waggons/Buses etc. It does not mean ALL Diesel vehicles.
Source: https://www.tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/low-emission-zone
Cars are NOT affected, here is the list of the types that are: https://www.tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/low-emission-zone/check-if-your-vehicle-is-affected?intcmp=2266
Unless your 'car' is a 4*4 or Pickup built before 1st Jan, 2002 ?
ALL foreign [ie. non British] vehicles of those types must register in advance.
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What happens if I drive through a low emission zone?
We may issue a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) if you drive within the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) without meeting emissions standards or paying the appropriate daily charge. You may be issued with a PCN if: Your vehicle does not meet LEZ emissions standards and you are not exempt or registered for a 100% discount.Who can drive in a low emission zone?
Drive a vehicle in the London low emission zone (LEZ)- Exempt vehicles. Cars and motorcycles are exempt from the scheme. ...
- Vehicles to check. You'll need to check your lorry, coach, bus, minibus, service vehicle or specialist vehicle (eg motorhome or motorised horsebox).
- What to pay.
Can I drive my car in the London Low Emission Zone?
The zone now covers all areas within the North and South Circular Roads. The North Circular (A406) and South Circular (A205) roads are not in the zone. Most vehicles need to meet the ULEZ emissions standards or you must pay a \xa312.50 daily charge to drive inside the zone.Do I have to pay Congestion Charge in low emission zone?
The Low Emission Zone (LEZ) operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year, including weekends and all public and bank holidays. Charging days run from midnight to midnight. So if you drive within the zones between 23:30 and 01:00 the next day, you need to pay for 2 days. The Congestion Charge covers central London.The Ultra Low Emission Zone Explained
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