How can a Euro5 diesel van be ULEZ compliant?
I'm considering buying a 2016 Renault Trafic S127 Energy dCi panel van (66 Plate) and have checked online with Transport for London's ULEZ Checker and it seems to be compliant. The problem is that I understand the van has a Euro5 engine (not Euro6) which has worried me in case I discover long-term that it's not compliant at all. Can you shed light on why this particular model is 'ULEZ friendly" even though it has a Euro5 engine?
Asked on 21 March 2019 by Mike Gowdy
Answered by
Dan Powell
The ULEZ rules are based on the declared emissions of the vehicle, rather than the age. However, with the ULEZ due to be expanded to the north and south circular in 2021 and drivers being charged £12.50 (on top of the Congestion Charge), you’re right to be concerned. Given you’re in the market for a 2016 van, I’d strongly recommend choosing a Euro6 model (that was registered after September 2016). It won’t cost you a great deal more to purchase but will provide peace of mind and protect you from any future changes in TfL’s emission rules.
For more information on the ULEZ (and to check if a van has to pay or not) see: vans.honestjohn.co.uk/ulez-van-checker-will-you-ha.../
For more information on the ULEZ (and to check if a van has to pay or not) see: vans.honestjohn.co.uk/ulez-van-checker-will-you-ha.../
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