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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 58,701 miles on the clock, averaging 4,967 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 DG16 RUJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,701 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,829 |
| Average per year | 4,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | DG16 RUJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DG16 RUJ
What car is DG16 RUJ?
DG16 RUJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DG16 RUJ?
The last recorded mileage for DG16 RUJ was 58,701 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG16 RUJ passed its MOT?
DG16 RUJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is DG16 RUJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG16 RUJ 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 DG16 RUJ?
DG16 RUJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.