http://brent.gov.uk/services-for-res...cycle-parking/
that says you can't park a bike on a pavement in Brent.
http://brent.gov.uk/services-for-res...otway-parking/
unless your street is exempt on that list.
As for asking for reduced/cheaper payment, just ask them.
Google;
parking contravention codes brent London
and read the pdf that's the first hit. codes are explained as are grounds for appeal etc
Pete