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 101,336 miles on the clock, averaging 10,156 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 XTV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,336 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,943 |
| Average per year | 10,156 |
| 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
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 XTV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| 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 XTV
What car is BU16 XTV?
BU16 XTV is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 XTV?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 XTV was 101,336 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 XTV passed its MOT?
BU16 XTV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is BU16 XTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 XTV 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 XTV?
BU16 XTV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.