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I think my number plates have been cloned - what do I do?
I have an auto pay ULEZ account with TfL for my black Skoda Yeti 4x4 for my occasional visits to visit family in Wimbledon. Having been there the last weekend I was expecting a charge notice email but on checking the actual charge included an extra day at the beginning of the month which turned out to be a grey Audi estate bearing my number plates. This seems straightforward for TfL cancelling this charge but does this mean that my car has been cloned and what further action do you recommend that I take?
Asked on 6 September 2024 by Gerard Beeby
Answered by
David Ross
If you believe your numberplates have been cloned we would suggest contacting the police (using the non-emergency number), DVLA and TfL, informing them that you believe your plates have been cloned and provide any evidence you have to confirm this and the location of your vehicle at the time of the ULEZ charge. You may also wish to contact your vehicle insurer to avoid any potential fraudulent claims.
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