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GJ66 WBM

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 78,196 miles on the clock, averaging 6,473 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 GJ66 WBM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
78,196
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
6,473

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading78,196 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,501
Average per year6,473
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GJ66 WBM 35k46k57k67k78k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,196 miles
Since last MOT+6,501 miles
PASS
Mileage71,695 miles
Since last MOT+4,662 miles
PASS
Mileage67,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,661 miles
PASS
Mileage61,372 miles
Since last MOT+10,958 miles
PASS
Mileage50,414 miles
Since last MOT+8,501 miles
PASS
Mileage41,913 miles
Since last MOT+6,642 miles
PASS
Mileage35,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,271 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ66 WBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier66 — September 2016 to February 2017

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About GJ66 WBM

What car is GJ66 WBM?

GJ66 WBM is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.

What is the mileage of GJ66 WBM?

The last recorded mileage for GJ66 WBM was 78,196 miles, recorded on 11 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ66 WBM passed its MOT?

GJ66 WBM has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 May 2026.

Is GJ66 WBM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ66 WBM 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 GJ66 WBM?

GJ66 WBM is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 66 means registered between 1 September 2016 and 28 February 2017.