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 2001 Volkswagen Beetle Petrol 2324cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 132,206 miles on the clock, averaging 4,950 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV51 COU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 132,206 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,893 |
| Average per year | 4,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV51 COU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2324cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GV51 COU
What car is GV51 COU?
GV51 COU is a red Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (2324cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GV51 COU?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 COU was 132,206 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 COU passed its MOT?
GV51 COU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 22 Aug 2022.
Is GV51 COU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 COU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GV51 COU?
GV51 COU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.