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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 74,682 miles on the clock, averaging 6,768 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 NJ16 YZS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,682 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,270 |
| Average per year | 6,768 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | NJ16 YZS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NJ16 YZS
What car is NJ16 YZS?
NJ16 YZS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NJ16 YZS?
The last recorded mileage for NJ16 YZS was 74,682 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ16 YZS passed its MOT?
NJ16 YZS has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2025.
Is NJ16 YZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ16 YZS 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 NJ16 YZS?
NJ16 YZS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.