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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 117,350 miles on the clock, averaging 9,303 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 GU16 YVF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 117,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,072 |
| Average per year | 9,303 |
| 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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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU16 YVF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GU16 YVF
What car is GU16 YVF?
GU16 YVF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GU16 YVF?
The last recorded mileage for GU16 YVF was 117,350 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU16 YVF passed its MOT?
GU16 YVF has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is GU16 YVF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU16 YVF 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 GU16 YVF?
GU16 YVF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.