It does seems the database has been updated so those with bikes built before 2006 better check again....
I have a 2004 1200GS which "should" be EURO3 but trying to prove this is a bit frustrating. Contacted BMW directly and got the following response:
Good morning Alex
Thanks for your further email.
I’ve looked on the system and I’m afraid it doesn’t say the emission standard of your bike.
But we do have our fully trained technicians at our Approved Centres, who would be in the best position to address any technical queries – you can find your nearest Centre here.
I hope this helps, if there’s anything else I can do to help, please let me know.
Kind regards
Nathaniel
BMW Group
United Kingdom
Nathaniel Hutchinson
Customer Service Consultant
Customer Service
Summit ONE
Summit Avenue, Farnborough
Hampshire, GU14 0FB
Tel: +44 (0)370 5050 160
Email: customer.service@bmw.co.uk
Web: http://www.bmw.co.uk
I also contacted TFL to find out what details they need:
cclondon@cclondon.com
tfl.gov.uk/congestioncharge
Dear Alex Mack
Our Ref: TFL-524738-1541071352
Customer Account Number: N/A
Thank you for your enquiry received on 26 October 2018, regarding Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ).
There are a number of factors which need to be considered for example; Euro standard, vehicle type, fuel type and
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx and/or Particulate Matter (PM) values.
Between now and 8 April 2019, when the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is introduced, we are gathering additional
vehicle compliance data and refreshing our database.
If you can provide us with a copy of your vehicle registration document (V5C) that contains the Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)
value and Particulate matter (PM) value (if diesel), we can confirm the compliance status of your vehicle. Please check
that the NOx and if applicable the PM value is recorded on the V5c, usually these are detailed in sections V.3 and V.5
respectively.
If these values are not recorded on the V5c you will need to provide a copy of the vehicle's Conformity Certificate which
you can obtain from the vehicle manufacturer. Alternatively you may wish to contact the vehicle manufacturer's
homologation department. They will need to provide you with a letter signed by a named individual from the
homologation department which contains the following information:
- vehicle registration mark (VRM)
- vehicle identification number (VIN)
- euro standard the vehicle was manufactured to
- Fuel Type
- Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) value
and
- Particulate matter (PM) value (if diesel).
You can complete an online enquiry form and upload your proof at tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone.
If you have any questions, please visit tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone or call us on 0343 222 2222
(textphone 0207 649 9123 if you have impaired hearing).
Yours sincerely
D. Milton
Contracts & Operations Manager
Transport for London
Has anyone got hold of the details that TFL require otherwise I will persue the issue?
Thanks
Alex