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 56,914 miles on the clock, averaging 5,161 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 GM16 PVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 56,914 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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
| Registration | GM16 PVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GM — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GM16 PVL
What car is GM16 PVL?
GM16 PVL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GM16 PVL?
The last recorded mileage for GM16 PVL was 56,914 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GM16 PVL passed its MOT?
GM16 PVL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is GM16 PVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GM16 PVL 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 GM16 PVL?
GM16 PVL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.