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 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 36,771 miles on the clock, averaging 3,070 miles per year, well below 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 CU16 YBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,771 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,871 |
| Average per year | 3,070 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CU16 YBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About CU16 YBY
What car is CU16 YBY?
CU16 YBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2016.
What is the mileage of CU16 YBY?
The last recorded mileage for CU16 YBY was 36,771 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU16 YBY passed its MOT?
CU16 YBY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Apr 2026.
Is CU16 YBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU16 YBY 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 CU16 YBY?
CU16 YBY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.