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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 114,420 miles on the clock, averaging 13,258 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for DS16 VBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 114,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,603 |
| Average per year | 13,258 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS16 VBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DS16 VBY
What car is DS16 VBY?
DS16 VBY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2016.
What is the mileage of DS16 VBY?
The last recorded mileage for DS16 VBY was 114,420 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS16 VBY passed its MOT?
DS16 VBY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is DS16 VBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS16 VBY 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 DS16 VBY?
DS16 VBY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.