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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 99,132 miles on the clock, averaging 8,177 miles per year, around 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 BW16 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -41 |
| Average per year | 8,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BW16 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BW16 RDU
What car is BW16 RDU?
BW16 RDU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BW16 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for BW16 RDU was 99,132 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW16 RDU passed its MOT?
BW16 RDU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2025.
Is BW16 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW16 RDU 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 BW16 RDU?
BW16 RDU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.