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BL66 FAJ

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 179,640 miles on the clock, averaging 17,642 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 BL66 FAJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
179,640
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2019
100%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
17,642

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading179,640 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25,375
Average per year17,642
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BL66 FAJ 72k99k126k153k180k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,640 miles
Since last MOT+25,375 miles
PASS
Mileage154,265 miles
Since last MOT+23,221 miles
PASS
Mileage131,044 miles
Since last MOT+19,986 miles
PASS
Mileage111,058 miles
Since last MOT+32,682 miles
PASS
Mileage78,376 miles
Since last MOT+6,318 miles
PASS
Mileage72,058 miles

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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)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL66 FAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier66 — September 2016 to February 2017

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About BL66 FAJ

What car is BL66 FAJ?

BL66 FAJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.

What is the mileage of BL66 FAJ?

The last recorded mileage for BL66 FAJ was 179,640 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL66 FAJ passed its MOT?

BL66 FAJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.

Is BL66 FAJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL66 FAJ 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 BL66 FAJ?

BL66 FAJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 66 means registered between 1 September 2016 and 28 February 2017.