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 60,135 miles on the clock, averaging 4,909 miles per year, well 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 GX16 XZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,588 |
| Average per year | 4,909 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GX16 XZE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GX — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GX16 XZE
What car is GX16 XZE?
GX16 XZE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GX16 XZE?
The last recorded mileage for GX16 XZE was 60,135 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GX16 XZE passed its MOT?
GX16 XZE has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jan 2026.
Is GX16 XZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX16 XZE 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 GX16 XZE?
GX16 XZE is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.