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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 45,565 miles on the clock, averaging 5,389 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 EG16 RJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 45,565 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,355 |
| Average per year | 5,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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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 | EG16 RJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EG — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EG16 RJY
What car is EG16 RJY?
EG16 RJY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EG16 RJY?
The last recorded mileage for EG16 RJY was 45,565 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG16 RJY passed its MOT?
EG16 RJY has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is EG16 RJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG16 RJY 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 EG16 RJY?
EG16 RJY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.