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 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 74,890 miles on the clock, averaging 7,364 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 EY16 UMK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,364 |
| 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 | EY16 UMK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EY16 UMK
What car is EY16 UMK?
EY16 UMK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EY16 UMK?
The last recorded mileage for EY16 UMK was 74,890 miles, recorded on 10 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY16 UMK passed its MOT?
EY16 UMK has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2024.
Is EY16 UMK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY16 UMK 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 EY16 UMK?
EY16 UMK is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.