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Is it legal to take out a DPF?
Is it legal to have a DPF removed? Are there any likely negative consequences with the EMS? Vehicle is a VW Jetta.
Asked on 9 August 2012 by David from Bucks
Answered by
Honest John
Under EC Emissions laws, no. But many MoT stations remain unaware of this.
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