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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 120,502 miles on the clock, averaging 11,879 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 GK16 DYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 11,879 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | GK16 DYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GK16 DYY
What car is GK16 DYY?
GK16 DYY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GK16 DYY?
The last recorded mileage for GK16 DYY was 120,502 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK16 DYY passed its MOT?
GK16 DYY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2026.
Is GK16 DYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK16 DYY 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 GK16 DYY?
GK16 DYY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.