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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 29,067 miles on the clock, averaging 4,697 miles per year, well below 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 BN16 XZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 29,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | BN16 XZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BN16 XZW
What car is BN16 XZW?
BN16 XZW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BN16 XZW?
The last recorded mileage for BN16 XZW was 29,067 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN16 XZW passed its MOT?
BN16 XZW has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2022.
Is BN16 XZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN16 XZW 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 BN16 XZW?
BN16 XZW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.