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 128,771 miles on the clock, averaging 14,423 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 NWW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,771 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF16 NWW |
| 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 NWW
What car is EF16 NWW?
EF16 NWW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EF16 NWW?
The last recorded mileage for EF16 NWW was 128,771 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF16 NWW passed its MOT?
EF16 NWW has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.
Is EF16 NWW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF16 NWW 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 NWW?
EF16 NWW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.