Emission/Age standards
We follow a strict set of rules to promote environmental sustainability and reduce pollution.
The following emission standards have been implemented over a four year period:
(i) From 1 April 2024 no new vehicle licence will be granted for the vehicle unless it meets the minimum emission standards of Euro 6 for diesel vehicles and Euro 5 for petrol vehicles
(ii) From 1 April 2026 a vehicle licence will not be renewed unless the vehicle meets the minimum emission standards of Euro 6 for diesel vehicles and Euro 5 for petrol vehicles
(iii) From 1 April 2027 a wheelchair accessible vehicle licence will not be renewed unless the vehicle meets the minimum emission standards of Euro 6 for diesel vehicles and Euro 5 for petrol vehicles
All ‘Full electric’ and ‘zero emission at source’ vehicles will be exempt from the standards set out above.
If your car doesn't meet the rules and your licence us refused, you can ask for the decision to be reviewed or take it to court.