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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 103,897 miles on the clock, averaging 10,117 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for GF16 WLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 103,897 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,117 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GF16 WLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GF16 WLJ
What car is GF16 WLJ?
GF16 WLJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GF16 WLJ?
The last recorded mileage for GF16 WLJ was 103,897 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF16 WLJ passed its MOT?
GF16 WLJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2026.
Is GF16 WLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF16 WLJ 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 GF16 WLJ?
GF16 WLJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.