ScreenNameD476640069 replied on 19/04/2023 11:06
Posted on 19/04/2023 11:06
I uprated my motor home from 3.5T to 3.85T in 2021 and it appears this has now caused an issue with the new Clean Air Zones (CAZ). I inadvertently passed through the Bath CAZ on Weds 5th April. When we got to our first camp site, I looked up what it meant and typed in my registration. The government website told me that a fee of £100 was due as my vehicle is classed as a PHGV. If I apply for a permit I can get a discounted rate of £9 for a PHGV, but it would NOT be back dated and would take 14 days to come through. I confirmed this with the CAZ team and they confirmed that I would have to pay £100 or challenge the fee when my Penalty Charge Notice arrives in the next week or so.
I looked up a similar aged VW Crafter motorhome which has not been uprated and that vehicle would be charged a £9 fee.
I intend to appeal the charge, as I am not a commercial vehicle and my motor home engine has not changed and thus my emissions have not changed.
Avoid Bath if you have a large motorhome which is not Euro 6 compliant.
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