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Instantly check if your car meets London ULEZ and other UK Clean Air Zone standards — see if you'll pay the £12.50/day charge. Free, no signup.

  • Euro emission standard pulled straight from DVLA
  • Covers London ULEZ + Birmingham, Bath, Bristol, Sheffield CAZs
  • Daily charge calculator — non-compliance can cost £4,500/year
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Check your vehicle's ULEZ compliance

Enter a reg plate to see if your vehicle meets ULEZ standards — plus full MOT history, tax status, and more.

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£12.50/day

London ULEZ charge

£4,562

Annual cost if driven daily

£0

EVs & hydrogen

What is ULEZ?

London's Ultra Low Emission Zone — since 29 August 2023 covering all 32 boroughs. Non-compliant vehicles pay a daily charge to drive within the zone. 24/7, ANPR-enforced.

Other UK cities (Birmingham, Bath, Bradford, Bristol, Sheffield) run similar Clean Air Zones with their own boundaries. Our check shows whether your vehicle meets the shared Euro standards.

ULEZ charges and exemptions

London ULEZ is £12.50/day for non-compliant cars, motorcycles, and vans. Miss the payment and it's £180 (£90 if paid within 14 days). Birmingham CAZ is up to £8/day; Bath and Bristol similar.

To be ULEZ-compliant:

Petrol

Euro 4 or later (~2006 onwards).

Diesel

Euro 6 or later (~September 2015 onwards).

EV / Hydrogen

Exempt from charges entirely.

Pre-1973 historic vehicles are also exempt if registered as historic. Discounts and grace periods exist (disabled tax class, some military). We show the Euro standard on file so you can determine compliance at a glance.

How to check your vehicle

Enter your reg above. You'll see the recorded Euro emission standard alongside tax, MOT, and full spec. Euro 4+ (petrol) or Euro 6+ (diesel) means compliant. EVs and hydrogen are automatically clear. Full vehicle spec on our car check.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the ULEZ check free?
Yes — no signup, no payment. Enter a UK reg, see the vehicle's Euro standard and ULEZ status instantly.
What Euro standard do I need to be ULEZ compliant?
Petrol: Euro 4 or later (~2006 onwards). Diesel: Euro 6 or later (~September 2015 onwards). EVs and hydrogen are exempt.
Does ULEZ apply outside London?
London has ULEZ; other UK cities (Birmingham, Bath, Bradford, Bristol, Sheffield) run their own Clean Air Zones with similar emission-based charging.
How much is the ULEZ charge?
£12.50/day for non-compliant cars, motorcycles, and vans. Miss it and the penalty is £180 (£90 if paid within 14 days).
Are hybrid cars ULEZ exempt?
Not automatically. Hybrids still need to meet the relevant Euro standard for their fuel type. Most modern hybrids do; older ones may not — check the reg.
Do other cities have clean air zones?
Yes — Birmingham, Bath, Bradford, Bristol, Portsmouth, Sheffield. Charges vary; the Euro emission standards used are largely the same as ULEZ.

For the full breakdown, read our complete ULEZ guide.

Related guides

Euro Emission Standards Explained

Euro 1 to Euro 6 — what they are, which standard your car meets, and what it means.

How to Check a Car's CO2 Emissions

Why CO2 figures matter for road tax, ULEZ, and running costs.

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