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The London Low Emission Zone (LLEZ) will come into operation from 4 February 2008, and Euro I or II HGV vehicles, regardless of age, 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.
Operators presenting vehicles for inspection need to ensure the following:
1. Their vehicle has had a certified abatement device fitted from TfL’s LEC/RPC Approved Devices list, or has a vehicle with an engine that is on TfL’s LEC eligible engines list;
2. The person that is presenting the vehicle for inspection has had HGV training and is competent and equipped to tilt the cab and
3. Can remove engine access panels safely and is able to re-instate according to manufacturer’s instructions
A Low Emissions and Reduced Pollution Test consists of a physical inspection of the vehicle and a smoke opacity test. The vehicle must pass both elements in order for a LEC or RPC to be issued.
VOSA has booked more than 800 Low Emissions tests since the 3 September and has issued in excess of 400 LECs, and LEC bookings continuing to increase.
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
www.tfl.gov.uk/lezlondon
