To check your car's likely Euro emissions standard, the easiest way is to look at the date it was first registered. Vehicle manufacturers have to meet specific Euro standards by certain deadlines, so the standard your car complies with is typically determined by when it was new.
Finding Your Euro Standard Based on Registration Date
According to guides like the one from RAC, you can generally determine your car's Euro standard using the following timeline:
| My car newly registered from: | Emissions Standard |
|---|---|
| 1 January 2001 | Euro 3 |
| 1 January 2006 | Euro 4 |
| 1 January 2011 | Euro 5 |
| 1 September 2015 (see important note) | Euro 6 |
Note: The reference mentions an important note regarding the 1 September 2015 date for Euro 6, suggesting there might be variations or specific conditions, though details aren't provided in the snippet. This table provides a strong general guide.
This information helps you understand the emissions performance of your vehicle relative to European standards.
