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 75,780 miles on the clock, averaging 6,974 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 MA16 XZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,179 |
| Average per year | 6,974 |
| 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 | MA16 XZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About MA16 XZJ
What car is MA16 XZJ?
MA16 XZJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2016.
What is the mileage of MA16 XZJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA16 XZJ was 75,780 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA16 XZJ passed its MOT?
MA16 XZJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Jul 2026.
Is MA16 XZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA16 XZJ 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 MA16 XZJ?
MA16 XZJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.