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 80,678 miles on the clock, averaging 8,310 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 DA12 DES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 80,678 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,665 |
| Average per year | 8,310 |
| 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 | DA12 DES |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DA12 DES
What car is DA12 DES?
DA12 DES is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DA12 DES?
The last recorded mileage for DA12 DES was 80,678 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA12 DES passed its MOT?
DA12 DES has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.
Is DA12 DES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA12 DES 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 DA12 DES?
DA12 DES is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.