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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 81,930 miles on the clock, averaging 5,656 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for NC16 DBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,930 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,851 |
| Average per year | 5,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC16 DBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NC16 DBX
What car is NC16 DBX?
NC16 DBX is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NC16 DBX?
The last recorded mileage for NC16 DBX was 81,930 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC16 DBX passed its MOT?
NC16 DBX has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2025.
Is NC16 DBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC16 DBX 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 NC16 DBX?
NC16 DBX is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.