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 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 121,956 miles on the clock, averaging 13,154 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for BL16 WGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,956 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,107 |
| Average per year | 13,154 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL16 WGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BL16 WGW
What car is BL16 WGW?
BL16 WGW is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BL16 WGW?
The last recorded mileage for BL16 WGW was 121,956 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL16 WGW passed its MOT?
BL16 WGW has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is BL16 WGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL16 WGW 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 WGW?
BL16 WGW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.