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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 122,277 miles on the clock, averaging 12,627 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 GJ16 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 YLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 YLU
What car is GJ16 YLU?
GJ16 YLU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GJ16 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for GJ16 YLU was 122,277 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GJ16 YLU passed its MOT?
GJ16 YLU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is GJ16 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ16 YLU 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 YLU?
GJ16 YLU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.