Scotland Yard launched the intelligence-led operation on Aug 2 together with Westminster city council and the Motor Insurance Bureau and seized the vehicles over the weekend.

“The Met is working to put communities first – listening to and tackling their concerns,” Metropolitan Police Special Inspector Geoff Tatman said.

“This hugely successful operation has proved we are dealing with those crimes, such as anti-social driving, that are causing most distress to residents and tourists.

“This brilliant partnership work between the Met’s vehicle enforcement team, Motor Insurance Bureau and Westminster city council demonstrates to Londoners we are doubling down on crime on the roads.

“It’s also testament to the hard work and dedication of the Met special constables – volunteer police officers – that play a vital role in our mission to make London safer and kindly give up their free time to help serve the community.”