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 Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 79,332 miles on the clock, averaging 9,300 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 EF17 BFM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,246 |
| Average per year | 9,300 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
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 | EF17 BFM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About EF17 BFM
What car is EF17 BFM?
EF17 BFM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2017.
What is the mileage of EF17 BFM?
The last recorded mileage for EF17 BFM was 79,332 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF17 BFM passed its MOT?
EF17 BFM has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is EF17 BFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF17 BFM 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 EF17 BFM?
EF17 BFM is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.