Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Vauxhall Astra Diesel 1956cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 104,133 miles on the clock, averaging 7,129 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EF12 VVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,133 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,226 |
| Average per year | 7,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF12 VVU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1956cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EF12 VVU
What car is EF12 VVU?
EF12 VVU is an silver Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1956cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EF12 VVU?
The last recorded mileage for EF12 VVU was 104,133 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF12 VVU passed its MOT?
EF12 VVU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is EF12 VVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF12 VVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF12 VVU?
EF12 VVU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.