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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 126,555 miles on the clock, averaging 14,065 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for GL17 XWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,472 |
| Average per year | 14,065 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL17 XWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 XWG
What car is GL17 XWG?
GL17 XWG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2017.
What is the mileage of GL17 XWG?
The last recorded mileage for GL17 XWG was 126,555 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL17 XWG passed its MOT?
GL17 XWG has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.
Is GL17 XWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL17 XWG 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 XWG?
GL17 XWG is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.