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Do new emissions laws apply to old cars?

Will the Euro VI emissions standards apply to existing diesel engines and would I also need a Nitrogen Oxide trap, or would my 8 year old diesel Merc be OK?

Asked on 18 May 2012 by gattiman

Answered by Honest John
It will only apply to new cars.
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