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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 66,161 miles on the clock, averaging 6,638 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 YJJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 YJJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YJJ
What car is EG16 YJJ?
EG16 YJJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EG16 YJJ?
The last recorded mileage for EG16 YJJ was 66,161 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EG16 YJJ passed its MOT?
EG16 YJJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.
Is EG16 YJJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EG16 YJJ 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 YJJ?
EG16 YJJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.