Motorists trying to check whether their vehicles comply with Sadiq Khan’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) rules are having to wait minutes to access Transport for London’s website.
They are being greeted by a message which states: “Our website is busier than usual. You are now in a queue, and your expected wait time is 3 minute(s). If you prefer not to wait, please try again later.”
At midnight last night London became the world’s largest pollution charging area was expanded to include the whole of the capital.
People who drive in the zone in a vehicle which does not meet minimum emissions standards are now forced to pay a £12.50 daily fee or risk a £180 fine, reduced to £90 if paid within 14 days.
But visitors to TfL’s website who wanted to check if their vehicle meets the requirements were faced with an error message on Tuesday (August 29).
An AA spokesman said: “Some AA members experienced delays checking with the TfL website whether their vehicles were compliant this morning.
“Most members did get through after waiting several minutes.”
