Diesel Gate Compensation Claims

Check if your diesel vehicle is affected by the emissions scandal. Millions of vehicles eligible for compensation ranging from £2,500 to £8,000 per vehicle.

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Affected Vehicle Manufacturers

Multiple manufacturers involved in the emissions scandal

Volkswagen vehicles

VW Group

Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda

£4,500
Average payout
Mercedes vehicles

Mercedes-Benz

C-Class, E-Class, GLC, GLE

£5,200
Average payout
BMW vehicles

BMW Group

BMW, MINI diesel models

£4,800
Average payout
Other manufacturers

Other Brands

Renault, Nissan, Opel, Ford

£3,800
Average payout

Diesel Gate Timeline

Key developments in the emissions scandal

September 2015

EPA Discovers Defeat Devices

US Environmental Protection Agency reveals VW installed illegal software in 11 million vehicles worldwide.

2016-2018

Global Investigations

Regulators worldwide investigate emissions cheating. Multiple manufacturers found using defeat devices.

2019-2021

Court Settlements

Major settlements reached. VW pays £193M in UK. Mercedes settles for £870M globally.

2022-2025

Ongoing Claims

Individual compensation claims continue. New evidence emerges for additional manufacturers.

Real Compensation Success Stories

Actual payouts achieved for our clients

David Mitchell
David Mitchell
Manchester
£6,800
VW Passat 2.0 TDI (2016)

"I had no idea my car was affected until I used the checker tool. The whole process was straightforward and I received my compensation within 8 months."

Claim settled in 8 months
Sarah Thompson
Sarah Thompson
Birmingham
£8,200
Mercedes C220d (2017)

"Excellent service from start to finish. They handled everything professionally and kept me informed throughout the entire process."

Claim settled in 6 months
James Wilson
James Wilson
Leeds
£12,400
BMW X3 & Audi A4 (Multiple vehicles)

"I had two affected vehicles and MyMoneyClaim helped me claim for both. The combined compensation was fantastic."

Multiple claims settled

Understanding Diesel Gate

What you need to know about the emissions scandal

Defeat Devices

Illegal software that detects when a vehicle is being tested and reduces emissions only during testing, while emitting up to 40 times more NOx during normal driving.

NOx Emissions

Nitrogen oxides are harmful pollutants that contribute to air pollution, smog formation, and serious health problems including respiratory issues and cardiovascular disease.

Environmental Impact

The excess emissions from affected vehicles have contributed significantly to air pollution, affecting public health and environmental quality across Europe and beyond.

Latest Legal Updates

Stay informed about ongoing developments

December 2024
Court Decision

High Court Approves Mercedes Settlement Framework

The High Court has approved a new settlement framework for Mercedes diesel claims, streamlining the compensation process for affected vehicle owners.

November 2024
Regulatory Update

New Evidence Emerges for BMW Claims

Recent investigations have uncovered additional evidence supporting compensation claims for BMW diesel vehicle owners, potentially increasing settlement amounts.

October 2024
Settlement News

Volkswagen Extends Compensation Deadline

Volkswagen has extended the deadline for diesel compensation claims following successful legal challenges, giving more vehicle owners the opportunity to claim.

Simple Claims Process

Get your diesel compensation in 4 easy steps

1

Vehicle Check

Use our free checker tool to verify if your vehicle is eligible for compensation

2

Document Upload

Securely upload your V5C, purchase documents, and service records through our portal

3

Expert Review

Our legal experts build your case and negotiate with manufacturers on your behalf

4

Compensation

Receive your compensation directly to your bank account within 6-12 months

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about diesel compensation claims

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