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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 139,088 miles on the clock, averaging 11,979 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 BU61 LEZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,748 |
| Average per year | 11,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | BU61 LEZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About BU61 LEZ
What car is BU61 LEZ?
BU61 LEZ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU61 LEZ?
The last recorded mileage for BU61 LEZ was 139,088 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU61 LEZ passed its MOT?
BU61 LEZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jul 2025.
Is BU61 LEZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU61 LEZ 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 BU61 LEZ?
BU61 LEZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.