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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 99,632 miles on the clock, averaging 11,453 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 GJ17 BYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,632 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,816 |
| Average per year | 11,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GJ17 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GJ — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About GJ17 BYD
What car is GJ17 BYD?
GJ17 BYD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2017.
What is the mileage of GJ17 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for GJ17 BYD was 99,632 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GJ17 BYD passed its MOT?
GJ17 BYD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is GJ17 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ17 BYD 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 GJ17 BYD?
GJ17 BYD is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.