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 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 98,784 miles on the clock, averaging 11,991 miles per year, above 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 DK16 KAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,660 |
| Average per year | 11,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | DK16 KAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DK16 KAE
What car is DK16 KAE?
DK16 KAE is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2016.
What is the mileage of DK16 KAE?
The last recorded mileage for DK16 KAE was 98,784 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK16 KAE passed its MOT?
DK16 KAE has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is DK16 KAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK16 KAE 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 DK16 KAE?
DK16 KAE is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.