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 1686cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 135,455 miles on the clock, averaging 11,593 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX61 COU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,427 |
| Average per year | 11,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX61 COU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About EX61 COU
What car is EX61 COU?
EX61 COU is an blue Vauxhall Astra, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EX61 COU?
The last recorded mileage for EX61 COU was 135,455 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX61 COU passed its MOT?
EX61 COU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Mar 2019.
Is EX61 COU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX61 COU 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 EX61 COU?
EX61 COU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.