1986
| Route | Open | Junctions | Section | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M25 and A282 | Feb 1986 | J3-5 | Swanley → Dunton Green | |
| 2 | M42 and A42 | Jun 1986 | J1-3 | Lickey End → Alvechurch | |
| 3 | M42 and A42 | Aug 1986 | J10-11 | Tamworth (Polesworth) section | |
| 4 | M25 and A282 | Sep 1986 | J1a-2 | Dartford Tunnel Southern Approach | |
| 5 | M25 and A282 | Oct 1986 | J19-23 | Micklefield → South Mimms | |
| 6 | M74 and A74(M) | Oct 1986 | J8-11 | Larkhall → Poniel | |
| 7 | A1 and A1(M) | Dec 1986 | J2-4 | Roestock → Stanborough |
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