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 55,325 miles on the clock, averaging 5,978 miles per year, below 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 WLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 55,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,605 |
| Average per year | 5,978 |
| 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 WLZ |
| 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 WLZ
What car is EF17 WLZ?
EF17 WLZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2017.
What is the mileage of EF17 WLZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF17 WLZ was 55,325 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF17 WLZ passed its MOT?
EF17 WLZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is EF17 WLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF17 WLZ 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 WLZ?
EF17 WLZ is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.