Fuel Type Check
Find out if any UK vehicle is petrol, diesel, hybrid, or electric. Free instant lookup using DVLA records.
Fuel Type Comparison
Petrol
- ✓ Lower purchase price
- ✓ Quieter engine
- ✗ Higher fuel consumption
Diesel
- ✓ Better MPG
- ✓ Good for motorways
- ✗ ULEZ restrictions
Hybrid
- ✓ Low emissions
- ✓ No range anxiety
- ✗ Higher purchase price
Electric
- ✓ Cheapest to run
- ✓ Zero emissions
- ✗ Charging infrastructure
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use this free Fuel Type Check?
Never accidentally put the wrong fuel in a car
Verify listings match advertised fuel type
Understand ULEZ implications before buying
Free instant lookup using official DVLA data
Ready to go deeper?
Free tools are great for quick answers. A paid report helps you spot expensive surprises before you commit.
Maxi
Quick confidence check.
£1.00
one-off
- Vehicle details + key status checks
- MOT history + mileage trail
- Valuation guidance
Maxi-Plus
Recommended
The full history for higher-risk buys.
£4.75
one-off
- Outstanding finance alerts
- Stolen + write-off checks
- Mileage anomalies + risk markers
When should you upgrade?
You want to see actual MPG figures
You need full emissions data
You're buying a used car
You want finance & stolen checks