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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 121,270 miles on the clock, averaging 11,431 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 EF16 NWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,714 |
| Average per year | 11,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | EF16 NWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EF16 NWU
What car is EF16 NWU?
EF16 NWU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EF16 NWU?
The last recorded mileage for EF16 NWU was 121,270 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF16 NWU passed its MOT?
EF16 NWU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is EF16 NWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF16 NWU 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 EF16 NWU?
EF16 NWU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.