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 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 116,894 miles on the clock, averaging 9,203 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for potential patterns not qualifying as for cfgb.
MOT & Mileage History for GV61 LXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,894 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,176 |
| Average per year | 9,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Potential Patterns Not Qualifying as for CFGB
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV61 LXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GV61 LXU
What car is GV61 LXU?
GV61 LXU is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV61 LXU?
The last recorded mileage for GV61 LXU was 116,894 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV61 LXU passed its MOT?
GV61 LXU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is GV61 LXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV61 LXU 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 GV61 LXU?
GV61 LXU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.