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 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 105,593 miles on the clock, averaging 9,726 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for EG06 HOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 105,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,726 |
| 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
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EG06 HOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About EG06 HOW
What car is EG06 HOW?
EG06 HOW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EG06 HOW?
The last recorded mileage for EG06 HOW was 105,593 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG06 HOW passed its MOT?
EG06 HOW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Sep 2025.
Is EG06 HOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG06 HOW 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 EG06 HOW?
EG06 HOW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.