BMW 320d SE Touring - Diversion Took Me Through London – Penalty Charge

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Mon 11 Aug 2025 08:25
BMW 320d SE Touring - Diversion Took Me Through London – Penalty Charge - De Sisti

On my way to Folkestone during the night of 1st/2nd August, I was unable to access a junction on the M25 due to closures and had to follow diversion signs. These diversions took me through central London at about 2:30 am on 2nd August. I am angry that I am now facing a fine for entering the capital, when I had every intention of avoiding it and was only following the official diversion route. I had no choice, as I am unfamiliar with that part of the country.

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Mon 11 Aug 2025 08:35
BMW 320d SE Touring - Diversion Took Me Through London – Penalty Charge - mcb100
Put in an appeal, stating your scenario, if you get a penalty charge.
You won’t get a congestion charge at that time of day, and you’ll only get a ULEZ if you’re in an older petrol or diesel.
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Mon 11 Aug 2025 08:43
BMW 320d SE Touring - Diversion Took Me Through London – Penalty Charge - daveyjp

A quick google. Following a diversion is a valid appeal point.

https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone/challenge-a-penalty-charge-notice

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Mon 11 Aug 2025 12:45
BMW 320d SE Touring - Diversion Took Me Through London – Penalty Charge - De Sisti

I phoned a couple of their 'helpline' numbers, giving my registration. They both said they couldn't find it in their database (one said to phone again next week), so it could be a good omen, in that, TFL and Highways Agency were on the same page regarding the detour through central London, and possibly vehicles on that route were not penalised. Let's hope so.

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