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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 81,731 miles on the clock, averaging 10,332 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for DY17 VLB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,731 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,298 |
| Average per year | 10,332 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY17 VLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About DY17 VLB
What car is DY17 VLB?
DY17 VLB is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2017.
What is the mileage of DY17 VLB?
The last recorded mileage for DY17 VLB was 81,731 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY17 VLB passed its MOT?
DY17 VLB has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is DY17 VLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY17 VLB is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DY17 VLB?
DY17 VLB is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.