Is the Vauxhall Meriva ULEZ Compliant?
Based on 101,061 MOT tests, around 78% of Vauxhall Merivas still on the road are likely to meet London's ULEZ standards, and about 15% are likely to be charged. For the remaining 7%, it depends on the exact Euro standard or month of registration.
The fuel mix matters: tested cars were 83% petrol, 17% diesel. Every petrol Meriva in the data (2003 onwards) is likely to be compliant. Diesel Merivas are generally compliant from 2016, while diesel cars from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged.
- Likely compliant
- 78%
- Likely charged
- 15%
- Depends on the car
- 7%
- MOT tests analysed
- 101,061
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Meriva ULEZ compliance by year and fuel
Estimated from the year of first registration. Numbers show how many Merivas of each type were MOT tested, as a guide to how common they are.
| First registered | Petrol | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Likely compliant4,425 tested | Likely compliant85 tested |
| 2016 | Likely compliant6,262 tested | Likely compliant295 tested |
| 2015 | Likely compliant7,649 tested | Check exact car692 tested |
| 2014 | Likely compliant6,644 tested | Check exact car1,125 tested |
| 2013 | Likely compliant6,753 tested | Likely charged1,337 tested |
| 2012 | Likely compliant6,502 tested | Likely charged2,956 tested |
| 2011 | Likely compliant9,009 tested | Likely charged6,918 tested |
| 2010 | Likely compliant9,506 tested | Likely charged1,569 tested |
| 2009 | Likely compliant5,758 tested | Likely charged402 tested |
| 2008 | Likely compliant5,745 tested | Likely charged574 tested |
| 2007 | Likely compliant5,315 tested | Likely charged489 tested |
| 2006 | Likely compliant4,416 tested | Likely charged505 tested |
| 2005 | Check Euro standard2,820 tested | Likely charged371 tested |
| 2004 | Check Euro standard2,204 tested | Likely charged183 tested |
| 2003 | Check Euro standard510 tested | Likely charged2 tested |
How ULEZ rules apply to the Meriva
Cars that miss the standard pay £12.50 for each day they're driven in the zone. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
- Petrol (83% of Merivas tested): every year in our data is likely to comply.
- Diesel (17% of Merivas tested): likely compliant from 2016; 2013 and earlier are likely to be charged.
Merivas from 2014 and 2015 sit on the boundary (7% of those tested): some were built to the required standard before it became compulsory. The Euro standard is sometimes on the V5C logbook, or Vauxhall can confirm it. Our ULEZ calculator can help.
Thinking of buying one? Check how Merivas fare at the MOT too: see the Vauxhall Meriva MOT failure rate.
Buying a used Vauxhall Meriva for London: what the MOT data shows
The Vauxhall Merivas in this data were first registered between 2003 and 2017. 2011 was the most common year, with 15,927 tests (16% of the total), and half were registered in 2011 or later.
Merivas from likely-compliant years passed their MOT first time 64% of the time, at an average of 68,790 miles. Older ones likely to be charged passed 62% of the time with 79,153 miles on average.
On a budget, the oldest petrol Merivas likely to comply are from 2006. 4,416 of them were tested; 2006 cars passed first time 47% of the time and averaged 88,784 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
On a budget, the oldest diesel Merivas likely to comply are from 2016. 295 of them were tested; 2016 cars passed first time 77% of the time and averaged 42,618 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
Whichever year you choose, check the Meriva's weak spots. The most common MOT failures were suspension: "fractured or broken" (9.6% of tests); lights and electrics: "not working" (6.4%); noise, emissions and leaks: "inoperative or indicates a malfunction" (2.9%). The most frequent advisory was "tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm", on 17.0% of tests.
Overall, 62% of Merivas passed first time, well below the 71% average for all cars, and they had covered 71,228 miles on average, close to the 73,145-mile average.
ULEZ compliance for other models
Other Vauxhall models
About this data
Based on 101,061 first MOT tests of the Vauxhall Meriva carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
ULEZ results are estimates from fuel type and year of first registration. Transport for London makes the final decision.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
What 101,061 MOT tests say about the Vauxhall Meriva and London's ULEZ.
Is the Vauxhall Meriva ULEZ compliant?
In our data about 78% of Merivas on the road are likely compliant and 15% likely to be charged. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
Which petrol Meriva years are ULEZ compliant?
Petrol Merivas first registered from 2006 are likely compliant. Some earlier cars meet Euro 4 too, so check the exact vehicle.
Is a diesel Meriva ULEZ compliant?
Only if it meets Euro 6, which generally means first registered from September 2015. Diesel Merivas from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged.
How can I check if a specific Meriva is ULEZ compliant?
Enter its registration in our free ULEZ check, which uses the vehicle's DVLA record. Always confirm with TfL before relying on it.
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