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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 129,677 miles on the clock, averaging 11,557 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for GY17 WLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,677 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,663 |
| Average per year | 11,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY17 WLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About GY17 WLP
What car is GY17 WLP?
GY17 WLP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2017.
What is the mileage of GY17 WLP?
The last recorded mileage for GY17 WLP was 129,677 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY17 WLP passed its MOT?
GY17 WLP has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.
Is GY17 WLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY17 WLP 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 GY17 WLP?
GY17 WLP is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.