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Car ULEZ Check

Enter your reg below to view a vehicle’s ULEZ status, emission rating and potential daily charges.

What does our ULEZ check include?

ULEZ Compliance Status

We confirm whether your vehicle meets the current Ultra Low Emission Zone standards so you know if charges apply.

Emission Standard Verification

See which Euro emission standard your car meets (Euro 4 petrol, Euro 6 diesel etc.) and how it impacts eligibility.

Congestion & Clean Air Zones

Understand whether the vehicle is exempt from London Congestion Charge and upcoming nationwide clean air zones.

Charges & Penalties

We outline the daily fees you would need to pay if the car is non-compliant, helping you budget journeys accurately.

Exemption Guidance

Quickly identify if your vehicle qualifies for exemptions such as electric, plug-in hybrid or historic vehicles.

Zone Coverage Insights

See where ULEZ rules apply today and where future expansions are planned so you can plan routes with confidence.

Why ULEZ compliance matters

The Ultra Low Emission Zone is designed to reduce pollution in densely populated areas. Vehicles that do not meet the minimum emission standards must pay a daily charge or face a Penalty Charge Notice.

Knowing your status keeps costs predictable and ensures you can drive into London—or any future clean air zone—without surprises.

  • Petrol cars must meet Euro 4 or newer emission standards.
  • Diesel cars must meet Euro 6 or newer standards.
  • Electric vehicles are exempt from ULEZ and congestion charges.

How to Check Your Car’s ULEZ Compliance Through VehicleScore

Understanding whether your car meets ULEZ standards is crucial for avoiding daily charges and planning cleaner journeys. VehicleScore makes it simple: enter the registration number and receive a verdict within seconds.

Step-by-step guide

  1. Visit VehicleScore and select the ULEZ checker.
  2. Enter the vehicle registration number and confirm the make/model.
  3. Click “Check ULEZ” to fetch real-time emission data.
  4. Review the compliance result, emission standard and daily charge (if any).
  5. Download the summary or share the link with a buyer.

What the report includes

  • Confirmation of ULEZ compliance along with Euro emission category.
  • Charge amounts for ULEZ, Congestion Charge and other clean air zones.
  • Exemption indicators for electric, hybrid or historic vehicles.
  • Guidance on avoiding charges or upgrading your vehicle.

Tips for staying compliant

  • Plan journeys in advance using the TfL zone map.
  • Consider upgrading to Euro 6 diesel, Euro 4 petrol or electric vehicles.
  • Keep proof of compliance or exemption in your glovebox when visiting new zones.

Conclusion

A quick ULEZ check prevents unexpected fines, supports greener driving and safeguards your budget. VehicleScore pulls data directly from trusted government sources and packages it into an easy-to-read report you can rely on.

ULEZ Check FAQs

A ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) check validates whether a vehicle meets the strict emission standards required to drive in certain UK cities without paying a daily fee.

It is essential because non-compliant vehicles can be charged £12.50 per day in London, so checking saves money and reduces pollution.

Simply enter the vehicle registration number and we cross-reference DVLA emission data, fuel type and Euro classification.

You receive an instant verdict on compliance plus any charges that apply.

Petrol cars that meet Euro 4 standards (roughly 2006 onwards) and diesel cars that meet Euro 6 standards (2015 onwards) are usually compliant.

Electric vehicles and most plug-in hybrids are fully exempt from ULEZ charges.

You can still drive into the zone, but you must pay the daily fee or risk hefty fines. Consider upgrading to a compliant vehicle or avoiding the zone.

Historic vehicles over 40 years old, wheelchair-accessible vehicles and some specialist vehicles qualify for exemptions.

Always confirm eligibility on the official TfL website for the most up-to-date rules.

ULEZ currently applies to Greater London, but other UK cities have launched Clean Air Zones with similar requirements.

Our report highlights where the registration is likely to be affected so you can plan travel across the UK.

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