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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 72,145 miles on the clock, averaging 6,058 miles per year, below 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 GV55 DOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,058 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GV55 DOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About GV55 DOV
What car is GV55 DOV?
GV55 DOV is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GV55 DOV?
The last recorded mileage for GV55 DOV was 72,145 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV55 DOV passed its MOT?
GV55 DOV has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Jul 2026.
Is GV55 DOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 DOV 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 GV55 DOV?
GV55 DOV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.