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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 138,745 miles on the clock, averaging 17,503 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 GL17 XBR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,745 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,457 |
| Average per year | 17,503 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL17 XBR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About GL17 XBR
What car is GL17 XBR?
GL17 XBR is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2017.
What is the mileage of GL17 XBR?
The last recorded mileage for GL17 XBR was 138,745 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL17 XBR passed its MOT?
GL17 XBR has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is GL17 XBR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL17 XBR 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 GL17 XBR?
GL17 XBR is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.