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 Golf Petrol 2792cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 130,802 miles on the clock, averaging 4,133 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.8 VR6 engine is known for aqp/aue and component.
MOT & Mileage History for GV51 YKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 130,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,133 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV51 YKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2792cc |
| 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 YKU
What car is GV51 YKU?
GV51 YKU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2792cc). First registered in Brighton in 2001.
What is the mileage of GV51 YKU?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 YKU was 130,802 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 YKU passed its MOT?
GV51 YKU has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is GV51 YKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 YKU 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 YKU?
GV51 YKU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.