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 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 81,878 miles on the clock, averaging 8,390 miles per year, around 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 GM16 VFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 81,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,124 |
| Average per year | 8,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GM16 VFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 VFW
What car is GM16 VFW?
GM16 VFW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GM16 VFW?
The last recorded mileage for GM16 VFW was 81,878 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GM16 VFW passed its MOT?
GM16 VFW has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.
Is GM16 VFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GM16 VFW 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 VFW?
GM16 VFW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.