LEZ · checked 10 November 2026
Edinburgh Low Emission Zone
Cars that don't meet the standard (petrol Euro 4, diesel Euro 6) get a £60 penalty (halved if paid in 14 days) for driving in the Edinburgh Low Emission Zone, 24 hours, every day. Checked 10 November 2026.
Will your car pay?
The rules
Edinburgh at a glance
| Type | Low Emission Zone |
|---|---|
| Private cars | Charged if not compliant |
| Charge | £60 penalty (halved if paid in 14 days) |
| Hours | 24 hours, every day |
| Standard for cars | Petrol Euro 4, diesel Euro 6 |
Official site: www.mygov.scot
Popular diesels
Popular diesel cars: which years pass
Diesels are the cars most often caught out. As a rule, a diesel first registered from September 2015 meets Euro 6. Check yours by registration, not by age alone.
- Volkswagen Golf
50.9% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
- Nissan Qashqai
53.6% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
- BMW 3 Series
61.8% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
- Audi A3
50.5% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
61.9% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
- BMW 1 Series
56.1% of tested cars diesel · likely compliant from September 2015
Questions
Edinburgh questions
How much is the Edinburgh Low Emission Zone charge?
£60 penalty (halved if paid in 14 days) for a non-compliant car.
When does the Edinburgh Low Emission Zone operate?
24 hours, every day
Which cars don't pay?
Petrol cars meeting Euro 4 (most from 2006), diesels meeting Euro 6 (most from September 2015), electric cars, and many cars over 40 years old in the historic tax class.
How do I check my car?
Enter your registration above for a free check, then confirm on the official zone checker before you travel.
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