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 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 107,115 miles on the clock, averaging 12,238 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for BL16 WGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 107,115 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 12,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL16 WGN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BL16 WGN
What car is BL16 WGN?
BL16 WGN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BL16 WGN?
The last recorded mileage for BL16 WGN was 107,115 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL16 WGN passed its MOT?
BL16 WGN has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2025.
Is BL16 WGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL16 WGN is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BL16 WGN?
BL16 WGN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.