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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 68,780 miles on the clock, averaging 5,665 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 GJ16 JYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,435 |
| Average per year | 5,665 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GJ16 JYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GJ — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GJ16 JYL
What car is GJ16 JYL?
GJ16 JYL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GJ16 JYL?
The last recorded mileage for GJ16 JYL was 68,780 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GJ16 JYL passed its MOT?
GJ16 JYL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.
Is GJ16 JYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ16 JYL 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 GJ16 JYL?
GJ16 JYL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.