Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GV51 VSP

2001 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Polo Diesel 1422cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 114,247 miles on the clock, averaging 4,725 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for GV51 VSP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
114,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
4,725

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading114,247 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,725
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV51 VSP 18k42k66k90k114k '05'26'18

Check GV51 VSP

Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,247 miles
Since last MOT+6,217 miles
PASS
Mileage108,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,030 miles
Since last MOT+3,038 miles
PASS
Mileage104,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,576 miles
PASS
Mileage102,416 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,691 miles
PASS
Mileage98,725 miles
Since last MOT+7,124 miles
PASS
Mileage91,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,601 miles
Since last MOT+3,984 miles
PASS
Mileage87,617 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage83,944 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,944 miles
Since last MOT+5,399 miles
PASS
Mileage78,545 miles
Since last MOT+4,986 miles
PASS
Mileage73,559 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage68,906 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,907 miles
Since last MOT+6,155 miles
PASS
Mileage62,752 miles
Since last MOT+3,742 miles
PASS
Mileage59,010 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage54,355 miles
Since last MOT+7,575 miles
PASS
Mileage46,780 miles
Since last MOT+7,729 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,051 miles
Since last MOT+8,805 miles
PASS
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,150 miles
PASS
Mileage27,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,438 miles
PASS
Mileage23,658 miles
Since last MOT+2,304 miles
PASS
Mileage21,354 miles
Since last MOT+3,450 miles
PASS
Mileage17,904 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 VSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

More GV51 V plates

Browse all GV51 V registrations from Brighton.

About GV51 VSP

What car is GV51 VSP?

GV51 VSP is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.

What is the mileage of GV51 VSP?

The last recorded mileage for GV51 VSP was 114,247 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV51 VSP passed its MOT?

GV51 VSP has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.

Is GV51 VSP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 VSP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GV51 VSP?

GV51 VSP is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.