LLEZ: How to avoid a £200 charge

The London Low Emission Zone (LLEZ) will come into operation from 4 February 2008, and if you own a Euro I or II HGV vehicle, regardless of age, you will need either an RPC (Reduced Pollution Certificate) or LEC (Low Emissions Certificate) to avoid the £200 daily charge or a £1,000 fine.

VOSA strongly advises those operators whose vehicles will be affected in February 2008 – and who have either had a certified abatement device fitted to their vehicle or a Euro I or II engine that is referenced on Transport for London’s (TfL) LEC Eligible Engines list – to book their Low Emissions or Reduced Pollution test with VOSA as soon as possible.

TfL will automatically be advised by VOSA if a vehicle has passed. Please note that this process can take 10 days, so it is advisable that operators ensure their vehicles are inspected in good time to be ready for 4 February 2008.

Operators can book their tests on the national number, 0870 60 60 440, or by calling their Local HGVTS. TfL’s LEC/RPC approved devices list and LEC Eligible Engines list can be viewed at tfl.gov.uk/lezlondon.