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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 128,822 miles on the clock, averaging 10,630 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 DX16 VLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,822 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,630 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DX16 VLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DX16 VLY
What car is DX16 VLY?
DX16 VLY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2016.
What is the mileage of DX16 VLY?
The last recorded mileage for DX16 VLY was 128,822 miles, recorded on 19 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX16 VLY passed its MOT?
DX16 VLY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2026.
Is DX16 VLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX16 VLY 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 DX16 VLY?
DX16 VLY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.