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 every one. It has 81,092 miles on the clock, averaging 6,369 miles per year, 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 DA12 SYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,092 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,818 |
| Average per year | 6,369 |
| 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 | DA12 SYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SYL
What car is DA12 SYL?
DA12 SYL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DA12 SYL?
The last recorded mileage for DA12 SYL was 81,092 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA12 SYL passed its MOT?
DA12 SYL has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2026.
Is DA12 SYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA12 SYL 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 SYL?
DA12 SYL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.