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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 88,452 miles on the clock, averaging 9,488 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 BU16 XLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 88,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,341 |
| Average per year | 9,488 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 XLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 XLP
What car is BU16 XLP?
BU16 XLP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 XLP?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 XLP was 88,452 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 XLP passed its MOT?
BU16 XLP has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.
Is BU16 XLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 XLP 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 BU16 XLP?
BU16 XLP is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.