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.
MOT & Mileage History for DG16 XBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,754 |
| Average per year | 6,286 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG16 XBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 XBU
What car is DG16 XBU?
DG16 XBU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DG16 XBU?
The last recorded mileage for DG16 XBU was 77,263 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG16 XBU passed its MOT?
DG16 XBU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is DG16 XBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG16 XBU 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 XBU?
DG16 XBU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.