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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 74,746 miles on the clock, averaging 17,094 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for BW17 VWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 74,746 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,958 |
| Average per year | 17,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW17 VWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About BW17 VWL
What car is BW17 VWL?
BW17 VWL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2017.
What is the mileage of BW17 VWL?
The last recorded mileage for BW17 VWL was 74,746 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW17 VWL passed its MOT?
BW17 VWL has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Sep 2023.
Is BW17 VWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW17 VWL 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 BW17 VWL?
BW17 VWL is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.